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

The cheapest way to get from Prahran to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prahran to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Prahran and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Prahran station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Prahran and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Prahran station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Hawksburn Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Prahran to Ballarat?

The distance between Prahran and Ballarat is 121 km. The road distance is 115.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Prahran to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Prahran to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prahran to Ballarat bus from?

Prahran to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Prahran to Ballarat train from?

Prahran to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Prahran to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Prahran to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $29 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Prahran to Ballarat bus arrive?

Prahran to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Prahran to Ballarat train arrive?

Prahran to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat Station.

Can I drive from Prahran to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Prahran to Ballarat is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Prahran to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 3m
$14–18
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Ballarat
4h 10m
$12–28
Drive 115.8 km
1. Drive from Prahran to Ballaratcar 115.8 km
1h 26m
$21–30

Prahran to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 121.3 km
Duration: 2h 3m

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St every 2 hours. Tickets cost $1–17 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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