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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Ballarat is to line 86 tram and train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Mornane St/Victoria St 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 31m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Preston to Ballarat?

The distance between Preston and Ballarat is 124 km. The road distance is 114.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Ballarat without a car is to line 86 tram and train which takes 2h 40m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Preston to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ballarat bus from?

Preston to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Mornane St/Victoria St station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ballarat train from?

Preston to Ballarat train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 station.

Where does the Preston to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Ballarat is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Preston to Ballarat.

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

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

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Line 86 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Spencer St/Bourke St #1tram 86
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 40m
$14–18
Line 251 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Little Collins St/Queen Stbus 251
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
3h 31m
$13–28
Line 903 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kallista Ct/Murray Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 52m
$14–18
Drive 114.1 km
1. Drive from Preston to Ballaratcar 114.1 km
1h 23m
$21–30

Preston to Ballarat by tram and train

209Weekly Services

2h 40mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.9 km
Duration: 2h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Mornane St/Victoria St 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 31m.

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