What is the cheapest way to get from South Geelong to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from South Geelong to Ballarat is to bus which costs $6 - $21 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Geelong to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from South Geelong to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between South Geelong and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from South Geelong to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Little Fyans St/Moorabool St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between South Geelong and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from South Geelong station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from South Geelong Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Deer Park Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from South Geelong to Ballarat?

The distance between South Geelong and Ballarat is 160 km. The road distance is 89 km.

How do I travel from South Geelong to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from South Geelong to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $16 - $24.

How long does it take to get from South Geelong to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from South Geelong to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Geelong to Ballarat bus from?

South Geelong to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the South Geelong to Ballarat train from?

South Geelong to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from South Geelong Station.

Train or bus from South Geelong to Ballarat?

The best way to get from South Geelong to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $16 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $21 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the South Geelong to Ballarat bus arrive?

South Geelong to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the South Geelong to Ballarat train arrive?

South Geelong to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Deer Park Station.

Can I drive from South Geelong to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between South Geelong to Ballarat is 89 km. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from South Geelong to Ballarat.

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There are 4 ways to get from South Geelong to Ballarat by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from South Geelong Station to Deer Park Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 15m
$16–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2h 47m
$7–21
Drive 89 km
1. Drive from South Geelong to Ballaratcar 89 km
1h 11m
$16–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Geelong to Ballarattaxi 89 km
1h 11m
$200–250

South Geelong to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 160.3 km
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between South Geelong, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from South Geelong Station to Ballarat Station via Deer Park Station in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St 3 times a day. Tickets cost $1–15 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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