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

The cheapest way to get from Scoresby to Ballarat is to bus and train via Town Hall Station which costs $18 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scoresby to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Scoresby and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Scoresby station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Ferntree Gully Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Scoresby to Ballarat?

The distance between Scoresby and Ballarat is 144 km. The road distance is 138.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Scoresby to Ballarat without a car is to bus and train via Town Hall Station which takes 2h 51m and costs $18.

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

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

Where do I catch the Scoresby to Ballarat train from?

Scoresby to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Ferntree Gully Station.

Where does the Scoresby to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scoresby to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Scoresby to Ballarat is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Scoresby to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 214+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Scoresby to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train via Town Hall Station
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1. Take the bus from Caribbean Dr/Ferntree Gully Rd to Oakleigh Station/Portman Stbus 693
2. Take the train from Oakleigh 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
$18
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
5h 3m
$18
Drive 138.2 km
1. Drive from Scoresby to Ballaratcar 138.2 km
1h 42m
$26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Ferntree Gully Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Belgrave
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 37m
$18

Scoresby to Ballarat by bus and train

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144.3 km
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a bus from East Link/Ferntree Gully Rd to Ballarat Station via Ferntree Gully Station/Station St, Ferntree Gully Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 3h 37m.

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