What is the cheapest way to get from Tullamarine to Ararat?

The cheapest way to get from Tullamarine to Ararat is to train which costs $20 - $25 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tullamarine to Ararat?

The fastest way to get from Tullamarine to Ararat is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Tullamarine and Ararat?

No, there is no direct bus from Tullamarine to Ararat. However, there are services departing from Sycamore Ave/Melrose Dr and arriving at Ararat via Melbourne Airport and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Tullamarine and Ararat?

No, there is no direct train from Tullamarine station to Ararat station. However, there are services departing from Sunshine Station and arriving at Ararat Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Tullamarine to Ararat?

The distance between Tullamarine and Ararat is 216 km. The road distance is 191.9 km.

How do I travel from Tullamarine to Ararat without a car?

The best way to get from Tullamarine to Ararat without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs $20 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Tullamarine to Ararat?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Tullamarine to Ararat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tullamarine to Ararat bus from?

Tullamarine to Ararat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Melbourne Airport station.

Where do I catch the Tullamarine to Ararat train from?

Tullamarine to Ararat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Sunshine Station.

Train or bus from Tullamarine to Ararat?

The best way to get from Tullamarine to Ararat is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs $20 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus via Ballarat, which costs $55 - $160 and takes 5h 13m.

Where does the Tullamarine to Ararat bus arrive?

Tullamarine to Ararat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Ballarat station.

Where does the Tullamarine to Ararat train arrive?

Tullamarine to Ararat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ararat Station.

Can I drive from Tullamarine to Ararat?

Yes, the driving distance between Tullamarine to Ararat is 192 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Tullamarine to Ararat.

Where can I stay near Ararat?

There are 17+ hotels available in Ararat.

Tullamarine to Ararat - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Tullamarine to Ararat by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ararat Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 30m
$21–25
Bus via Ballarat
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Araratbus Coach / ...
5h 13m
$59–158
Drive 191.9 km
1. Drive from Tullamarine to Araratcar 191.9 km
2h 8m
$35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ararat stationbus Adelaide
5h 37m
$107–111

Tullamarine to Ararat by bus and train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.5 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Tullamarine, VIC, Australia and Ararat, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Sunshine Station to Ararat Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sycamore Ave/Melrose Dr to Ararat via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, Melbourne Airport, and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 5h 13m.

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