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

The cheapest way to get from Rutherglen to Ballarat is to bus and train which costs $17 - $40 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rutherglen to Ballarat is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Rutherglen and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Rutherglen to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from High St/Murray St and arriving at Ballarat via Wangaratta Station, Norton St, Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Rutherglen to Ballarat?

The distance between Rutherglen and Ballarat is 388 km. The road distance is 342.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rutherglen to Ballarat without a car is to bus and train via Wangaratta which takes 5h 59m and costs $30 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Rutherglen to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rutherglen to Ballarat bus from?

Rutherglen to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from High St/Murray St station.

Where does the Rutherglen to Ballarat bus arrive?

Rutherglen to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Wangaratta Station/Norton St.

Can I drive from Rutherglen to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Rutherglen to Ballarat is 343 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Rutherglen to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 201+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Rutherglen to Ballarat - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Rutherglen to Ballarat by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Wangaratta
best
1. Take the bus from High St/Murray St to Wangaratta Station/Norton Stbus
2. Take the train from Wangaratta Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
5h 59m
$32–184
Bus via Bendigo
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High St/Murray St to Shepparton Station/Purcell Stbus
2. Take the bus from Shepparton Station/Purcell St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus
3. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus
9h 5m
$5–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from High St/Murray St to Wangaratta Station/Norton Stbus
2. Take the bus from Wangaratta Station, Norton St to Broadmeadows Station, Railway Cresbus
3. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
7h 49m
$78–99
Drive 342.9 km
1. Drive from Rutherglen to Ballaratcar 342.9 km
4h 13m
$61–88
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from High St/Murray St to Wangaratta Station/Norton Stbus
2. Take the train from Wangaratta Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
6h 13m
$18–38

Rutherglen to Ballarat by bus and train

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5h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 388.2 km
Duration: 5h 59m

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

You can take a bus from High St/Murray St to Ballarat via Wangaratta Station, Norton St, Broadmeadows Station, Railway Cres, Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, and Melbourne Airport in around 7h 49m.

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