What is the cheapest way to get from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat is to bus via Stawell Station/Napier St which costs $1 - $17 and takes 2h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Stawell (Station) and Ballarat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stawell and arriving at Ballarat. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Stawell (Station) and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Stawell (Station) station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Stawell Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Ararat Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat?

The distance between Stawell (Station) and Ballarat is 122 km. The road distance is 120.3 km.

How do I travel from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 2h and costs $95 - $99.

How long does it take to get from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat?

The bus from Stawell to Ballarat takes 2h including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Stawell (Station) to Ballarat bus from?

Stawell (Station) to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Stawell station.

Where do I catch the Stawell (Station) to Ballarat train from?

Stawell (Station) to Ballarat train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Stawell Station.

Train or bus from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat is to bus which takes 2h and costs $95 - $99. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $70 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Stawell (Station) to Ballarat bus arrive?

Stawell (Station) to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.

Where does the Stawell (Station) to Ballarat train arrive?

Stawell (Station) to Ballarat train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Ararat Station.

Can I drive from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Stawell (Station) to Ballarat is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat.

How do I get a bus ticket from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat?

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Stawell (Station) to Ballarat - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stawell to Ballaratbus Melbourne
2h
$95–99
Bus via Stawell Station/Napier St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stawell Station/Napier St to Ballarat Base Hospital/Sturt Stbus Coach
2h 8m
$1–17
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stawell to Ararat stationbus Melbourne
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 17m
$103–111
Drive 120.3 km
1. Drive from Stawell (Station) to Ballaratcar 120.3 km
1h 29m
$22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Stawell Station to Ararat Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 34m
$36–69

Stawell (Station) to Ballarat by bus

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Distance: 122.4 km
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Stawell (Station), VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Stawell to Ballarat once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stawell (Station) to Ballarat Station via Stawell Station and Ararat Station in around 2h 34m.

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