What is the cheapest way to get from Northcote to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Northcote to Ballarat is to line 86 tram and train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northcote to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Northcote to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Northcote and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Northcote to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Northcote Aquatic Centre/Victoria Rd and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Bourke St/Queen St and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Northcote and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Northcote to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from McCutcheon St/High St #34 and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Northcote to Ballarat?

The distance between Northcote and Ballarat is 121 km. The road distance is 114 km.

How do I travel from Northcote to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Northcote to Ballarat without a car is to line 86 tram and train which takes 2h 31m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Northcote to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Northcote to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northcote to Ballarat bus from?

Northcote to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Northcote Aquatic Centre/Victoria Rd station.

Where do I catch the Northcote to Ballarat train from?

Northcote to Ballarat train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from McCutcheon St/High St #34 station.

Where does the Northcote to Ballarat bus arrive?

Northcote to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Little Collins St/Queen St station.

Where does the Northcote to Ballarat train arrive?

Northcote to Ballarat train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Spencer St/Bourke St #1 station.

Can I drive from Northcote to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Northcote to Ballarat is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Northcote to Ballarat.

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Northcote to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 86 tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Northcote to Ballarat by tram, train, bus, or car

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Line 86 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from McCutcheon St/High St #34 to Spencer St/Bourke St #1tram 86
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 31m
$14–18
Line 250 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Northcote Aquatic Centre/Victoria Rd to Little Collins St/Queen Stbus 250 / ...
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
3h 24m
$13–28
Drive 114 km
1. Drive from Northcote to Ballaratcar 114 km
1h 24m
$21–30
Line 86 tram, bus
1. Take the tram from McCutcheon St/High St #34 to Lonsdale St/Spencer St #120tram 86
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
3h 52m
$86

Northcote to Ballarat by tram and train

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2h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 121.5 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Northcote, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Northcote Aquatic Centre/Victoria Rd to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Little Collins St/Queen St, Bourke St/Queen St, Lonsdale St/Spencer St, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 24m.

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