What is the cheapest way to get from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Sovereign Hill and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Burdeu St/Main Rd and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Ballarat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Sovereign Hill and Melbourne?

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

How far is it from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne?

The distance between Sovereign Hill and Melbourne is 116 km. The road distance is 110 km.

How do I travel from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sovereign Hill to Melbourne bus from?

Sovereign Hill to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ballarat station.

Where do I catch the Sovereign Hill to Melbourne train from?

Sovereign Hill to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ballarat Station.

Train or bus from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $105 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Sovereign Hill to Melbourne bus arrive?

Sovereign Hill to Melbourne bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Sovereign Hill to Melbourne train arrive?

Sovereign Hill to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Sovereign Hill to Melbourne is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5305+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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There are 3 ways to get from Sovereign Hill to Melbourne by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 2m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2h 47m
$101–105
Drive 110 km
1. Drive from Sovereign Hill to Melbournecar 110 km
1h 20m
$20–29

Sovereign Hill to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 116.2 km
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Sovereign Hill, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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