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

The cheapest way to get from Sorrento to Ballarat is to bus and train which costs $19 - $24 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sorrento to Ballarat is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Sorrento to Ballarat?

The distance between Sorrento and Ballarat is 212 km. The road distance is 204.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Sorrento to Ballarat without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 39m and costs $19 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Sorrento to Ballarat, including transfers.

Can I drive from Sorrento to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Sorrento to Ballarat is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Sorrento to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 200+ hotels available in Ballarat.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Webster St/St Pauls Rd to Frankstonbus 788
2. Take the train from Frankston Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
4h 39m
$20–24
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the carferry from Sorrento to Queenscliffcarferry
2. Take the bus from Queenscliff Marina/Wharf St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus 56
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus
5h 20m
$17–41
Drive 204.2 km
1. Drive from Sorrento to Ballaratcar 204.2 km
2h 38m
$37–53

Sorrento to Ballarat by bus and train

209Weekly Services

4h 39mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.6 km
Duration: 4h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from Sorrento to Ballarat. However, you can take the bus to Frankston, walk to Frankston Station, take the train to Southern Cross Station, then take the train to Ballarat Station. Alternatively, you can take a car ferry from Sorrento to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Queenscliff, Queenscliff Marina/Wharf St, and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 5h 20m.

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