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

The cheapest way to get from Portarlington to Ballarat is to line 60 bus and bus which costs $6 - $21 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portarlington to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Portarlington and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Portarlington to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Portarlington Town Centre/Newcombe St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Portarlington to Ballarat?

The distance between Portarlington and Ballarat is 189 km. The road distance is 116.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Portarlington to Ballarat without a car is to line 60 bus and train which takes 3h 7m and costs $21 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Portarlington to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portarlington to Ballarat bus from?

Portarlington to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Portarlington Town Centre/Newcombe St station.

Where does the Portarlington to Ballarat bus arrive?

Portarlington to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Can I drive from Portarlington to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Portarlington to Ballarat is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Portarlington to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Portarlington to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, line 60 bus, and bus

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

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Line 60 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Portarlington Town Centre/Newcombe St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus 60
2. Take the train from Geelong Station to Deer Park Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
3h 7m
$22–30
Line 60 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portarlington Town Centre/Newcombe St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus 60
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
3h 11m
$7–21
Drive 116.3 km
1. Drive from Portarlington to Ballaratcar 116.3 km
1h 36m
$21–30

Portarlington to Ballarat by bus and train

103Weekly Services

3h 7mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.2 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Portarlington Town Centre/Newcombe St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 3h 11m.

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