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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Sunbury to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Sunbury and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunbury station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Sunbury Station/Brook St and arriving at Ballarat via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Sunbury and Ballarat?

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

How far is it from Sunbury to Ballarat?

The distance between Sunbury and Ballarat is 128 km. The road distance is 93.4 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Sunbury to Ballarat bus from?

Sunbury to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Sunbury Station/Brook St.

Where do I catch the Sunbury to Ballarat train from?

Sunbury to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Sunbury Station.

Train or bus from Sunbury to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Sunbury to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can line 479 bus and bus, which costs $58 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Sunbury to Ballarat bus arrive?

Sunbury to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station.

Where does the Sunbury to Ballarat train arrive?

Sunbury to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Sunshine Station.

Can I drive from Sunbury to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunbury to Ballarat is 93 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Sunbury to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 201+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Sunbury to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, line 479 bus, bus, and car

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

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1. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Sunbury
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 1m
$14–18
Line 479 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Sunbury Station/Brook St to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 479
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
3h 12m
$58
Drive 93.4 km
1. Drive from Sunbury to Ballaratcar 93.4 km
1h 8m
$17–24

Sunbury to Ballarat by train

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2h 1mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127.6 km
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a train from Sunbury Station to Ballarat Station via Sunshine Station in around 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunbury Station/Brook St to Ballarat via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Melbourne Airport in around 3h 12m.

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