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

The cheapest way to get from South Yarra to Ballarat is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Yarra to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between South Yarra and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from South Yarra to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between South Yarra and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from South Yarra station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from South Yarra Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from South Yarra to Ballarat?

The distance between South Yarra and Ballarat is 120 km. The road distance is 113.9 km.

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

The best way to get from South Yarra to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from South Yarra to Ballarat, including transfers.

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

South Yarra to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

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

South Yarra to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from South Yarra to Ballarat?

The best way to get from South Yarra to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $22 and takes 2h 49m.

Where does the South Yarra to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Yarra to Ballarat train arrive?

South Yarra to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat Station.

Can I drive from South Yarra to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between South Yarra to Ballarat is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from South Yarra to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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There are 3 ways to get from South Yarra to Ballarat by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 1m
$13–17
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
2h 49m
$6–21
Drive 113.9 km
1. Drive from South Yarra to Ballaratcar 113.9 km
1h 24m
$21–30

South Yarra to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 120.1 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St once daily. Tickets cost $1–16 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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