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

The cheapest way to get from Officer to Ballarat is to train which costs $19 - $24 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Officer to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Officer and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Officer station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Officer Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6 and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Officer to Ballarat?

The distance between Officer and Ballarat is 165 km. The road distance is 162.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Officer to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $19 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Officer to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Officer to Ballarat train from?

Officer to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Officer Station.

Where does the Officer to Ballarat train arrive?

Officer to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Town Hall Station.

Can I drive from Officer to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Officer to Ballarat is 162 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Officer to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 205+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Officer to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Officer to Ballarat by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Officer Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 4m
$20–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
5h 25m
$20–24
Drive 162.1 km
1. Drive from Officer to Ballaratcar 162.1 km
1h 58m
$30–42

Officer to Ballarat by train and tram

209Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.5 km
Duration: 3h 4m

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

You can take a train from Officer Station to Ballarat Station via Town Hall Station, Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6, Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14, and Southern Cross Station in around 3h 4m.

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