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

The cheapest way to get from Ringwood to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ringwood to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ringwood and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Ringwood station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Ringwood and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Ringwood station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Ringwood Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Ringwood to Ballarat?

The distance between Ringwood and Ballarat is 140 km. The road distance is 135.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Ringwood to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Ringwood to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ringwood to Ballarat bus from?

Ringwood to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy.

Where do I catch the Ringwood to Ballarat train from?

Ringwood to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Ringwood Station.

Train or bus from Ringwood to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Ringwood to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $58 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Ringwood to Ballarat bus arrive?

Ringwood to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station.

Where does the Ringwood to Ballarat train arrive?

Ringwood to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Ringwood to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Ringwood to Ballarat is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Ringwood to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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

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1. Take the train from Ringwood Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 26m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
5h 13m
$58
Drive 135.8 km
1. Drive from Ringwood to Ballaratcar 135.8 km
1h 41m
$25–35

Ringwood to Ballarat by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 140.4 km
Duration: 2h 26m

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

You can take a train from Ringwood Station to Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Ballarat via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Melbourne Airport in around 5h 13m.

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