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

The cheapest way to get from Portsea to Ballarat is to bus and train which costs $19 - $24 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portsea to Ballarat is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Portsea to Ballarat?

The distance between Portsea and Ballarat is 217 km. The road distance is 209.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Portsea to Ballarat without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 47m and costs $19 - $24.

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

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

Can I drive from Portsea to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Portsea to Ballarat is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Portsea to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 201+ hotels available in Ballarat.

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

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

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Car ferry, train
best
1. Take the carferry from Sorrento to Queenscliffcarferry
2. Take the train from Marshall Station to Deer Park Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
4h 4m
$33–55
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Point Nepean National Park Entrance/Point Nepean Rd to Frankstonbus 788
2. Take the train from Frankston Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
4h 47m
$20–24
Drive 209.8 km
1. Drive from Portsea to Ballaratcar 209.8 km
2h 48m
$38–54

Portsea to Ballarat by bus and train

187Weekly Services

4h 47mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217.4 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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

There is no direct connection from Portsea to Ballarat. However, you can drive to Sorrento, take the car ferry to Queenscliff, drive to Marshall Station, take the train to Deer Park Station, then take the train to Ballarat Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Portsea to Ballarat in around 2h 48m.

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