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

The cheapest way to get from Rowville to Ballarat is to line 900 bus and train which costs $19 - $24 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rowville to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Rowville and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Rowville to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Bergins Rd/Stud Rd and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Rowville to Ballarat?

The distance between Rowville and Ballarat is 144 km. The road distance is 140.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rowville to Ballarat without a car is to line 900 bus and train which takes 2h 51m and costs $19 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Rowville to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rowville to Ballarat bus from?

Rowville to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Bergins Rd/Stud Rd station.

Where does the Rowville to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rowville to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Rowville to Ballarat is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Rowville to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 206+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Rowville to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, line 900 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 900 bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Stud Rd/Wellington Rd to Huntingdale Station/Haughton Rdbus 900
2. Take the train from Huntingdale Station to Town Hall Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Footscray Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
2h 51m
$20–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bergins Rd/Stud Rd to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
5h 48m
$58
Drive 140.8 km
1. Drive from Rowville to Ballaratcar 140.8 km
1h 44m
$25–36
Line 901 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bergins Rd/Stud Rd to Blackburn Station/Railway Rdbus 901
2. Take the train from Blackburn Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
3h 29m
$20–24

Rowville to Ballarat by bus and train

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144 km
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Bergins Rd/Stud Rd to Ballarat via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Melbourne Airport in around 5h 48m.

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