What is the cheapest way to get from North Geelong to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from North Geelong to Ballarat is to bus which costs $1 - $15 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Geelong to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from North Geelong to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between North Geelong and Ballarat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Calvert St/Ballarat Rd and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between North Geelong and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from North Geelong station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from North Geelong Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Deer Park Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from North Geelong to Ballarat?

The distance between North Geelong and Ballarat is 85 km. The road distance is 83.4 km.

How do I travel from North Geelong to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from North Geelong to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 1h 21m and costs $1 - $15.

How long does it take to get from North Geelong to Ballarat?

The bus from Calvert St/Ballarat Rd to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St takes 1h 21m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the North Geelong to Ballarat bus from?

North Geelong to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Calvert St/Ballarat Rd station.

Where do I catch the North Geelong to Ballarat train from?

North Geelong to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from North Geelong Station.

Train or bus from North Geelong to Ballarat?

The best way to get from North Geelong to Ballarat is to bus which takes 1h 21m and costs $1 - $15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16 - $24 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the North Geelong to Ballarat bus arrive?

North Geelong to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the North Geelong to Ballarat train arrive?

North Geelong to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Deer Park Station.

Can I drive from North Geelong to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between North Geelong to Ballarat is 83 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from North Geelong to Ballarat.

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There are 4 ways to get from North Geelong to Ballarat by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Calvert St/Ballarat Rd to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
1h 21m
$1–15
Train
1. Take the train from North Geelong Station to Deer Park Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 7m
$16–23
Drive 83.4 km
1. Drive from North Geelong to Ballaratcar 83.4 km
1h 6m
$15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North Geelong to Ballarattaxi 83.4 km
1h 6m
$190–230

North Geelong to Ballarat by bus

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Distance: 84.8 km
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between North Geelong, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Calvert St/Ballarat Rd to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St 3 times a day. Tickets cost $1–15 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from North Geelong Station to Ballarat Station via Deer Park Station in around 2h 7m.

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