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

The cheapest way to get from Traralgon to Ballarat is to train which costs $17 - $25 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Traralgon to Ballarat is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Traralgon and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Traralgon station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Traralgon Station/Princes St and arriving at Ballarat via Skybus Coach Terminal and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Traralgon and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Traralgon station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Traralgon Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Traralgon to Ballarat?

The distance between Traralgon and Ballarat is 272 km. The road distance is 273.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Traralgon to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $17 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Traralgon to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Traralgon to Ballarat bus from?

Traralgon to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Traralgon Station/Princes St.

Where do I catch the Traralgon to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Traralgon to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Traralgon to Ballarat is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs $17 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $100 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Traralgon to Ballarat bus arrive?

Traralgon to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Traralgon to Ballarat train arrive?

Traralgon to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Traralgon to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Traralgon to Ballarat is 274 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Traralgon to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 205+ hotels available in Ballarat.

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

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1. Take the train from Traralgon Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Traralgon
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 12m
$17–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
5h 30m
$82–100
Drive 273.7 km
1. Drive from Traralgon to Ballaratcar 273.7 km
3h 10m
$50–71

Traralgon to Ballarat by train

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Distance: 271.7 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Traralgon Station to Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Ballarat via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Skybus Coach Terminal, and Melbourne Airport in around 5h 30m.

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