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

The cheapest way to get from Rainbow to Ballarat is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rainbow to Ballarat is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Rainbow and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Rainbow to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Chemist/Federal St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Coach Terminal/24 Roberts Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Rainbow to Ballarat?

The distance between Rainbow and Ballarat is 300 km. The road distance is 290.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rainbow to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $8 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Rainbow to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rainbow to Ballarat bus from?

Rainbow to Ballarat bus services, operated by Regional Transit, depart from Chemist/Federal St station.

Where does the Rainbow to Ballarat bus arrive?

Rainbow to Ballarat bus services, operated by Regional Transit, arrive at Coach Terminal/24 Roberts Ave station.

Can I drive from Rainbow to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainbow to Ballarat is 291 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Rainbow to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 201+ hotels available in Ballarat.

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

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

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1. Take the bus from Chemist/Federal St to Coach Terminal/24 Roberts Avebus Hopetoun - Horsham Via Dimboola, Rainbow
2. Take the bus from Coach Terminal/24 Roberts Ave to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
5h 5m
$9–108
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chemist/Federal St to Coach Terminal/24 Roberts Avebus
2. Take the train from Horsham Station to Ararat Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Ararat Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
5h 51m
$60–115
Drive 290.7 km
1. Drive from Rainbow to Ballaratcar 290.7 km
3h 27m
$52–75

Rainbow to Ballarat by bus

2Weekly Buses

5h 5mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300 km
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Chemist/Federal St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Coach Terminal/24 Roberts Ave in around 5h 5m.

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