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

The cheapest way to get from Warrnambool to Ballarat is to bus which costs $2 - $22 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Warrnambool to Ballarat is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Warrnambool and Ballarat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Warrnambool Station/Merri St station and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Warrnambool and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Warrnambool station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Deer Park Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Warrnambool to Ballarat?

The distance between Warrnambool and Ballarat is 192 km. The road distance is 170.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $2 - $22.

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

The bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Warrnambool to Ballarat bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Warrnambool to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Warrnambool to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Ballarat is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs $2 - $22. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18 - $26 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Warrnambool to Ballarat bus arrive?

Warrnambool to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Warrnambool to Ballarat train arrive?

Warrnambool to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Deer Park Station.

Can I drive from Warrnambool to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Warrnambool to Ballarat is 171 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Warrnambool to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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1. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2h 50m
$2–22
Train
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Deer Park Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 38m
$18–26
Drive 170.7 km
1. Drive from Warrnambool to Ballaratcar 170.7 km
2h 4m
$31–45

Warrnambool to Ballarat by bus

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Distance: 191.9 km
Duration: 2h 50m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St 5 times a week. Tickets cost $2–22 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Warrnambool Station to Ballarat Station via Deer Park Station in around 4h 38m.

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