What is the cheapest way to get from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between North Shore (Station) and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from North Shore (Station) station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between North Shore (Station) and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from North Shore (Station) station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from North Shore Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Deer Park Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat?

The distance between North Shore (Station) and Ballarat is 153 km. The road distance is 84.7 km.

How do I travel from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs $16 - $24.

How long does it take to get from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Shore (Station) to Ballarat bus from?

North Shore (Station) to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the North Shore (Station) to Ballarat train from?

North Shore (Station) to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from North Shore Station.

Train or bus from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat?

The best way to get from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs $16 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $26 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the North Shore (Station) to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the North Shore (Station) to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between North Shore (Station) to Ballarat is 85 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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There are 4 ways to get from North Shore (Station) to Ballarat by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from North Shore Station to Deer Park Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 3m
$16–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2h 37m
$9–25
Drive 84.7 km
1. Drive from North Shore (Station) to Ballaratcar 84.7 km
1h 7m
$16–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North Shore (Station) to Ballarattaxi 84.7 km
1h 7m
$190–240

North Shore (Station) to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 153 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between North Shore (Station), VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from North Shore Station to Ballarat Station via Deer Park Station in around 2h 3m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St 3 times a day. Tickets cost $1–15 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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