What is the cheapest way to get from Williamstown to Ballan?

The cheapest way to get from Williamstown to Ballan is to train which costs $12 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Williamstown to Ballan?

The fastest way to get from Williamstown to Ballan is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct train between Williamstown and Ballan?

No, there is no direct train from Williamstown station to Ballan station. However, there are services departing from North Williamstown Station and arriving at Ballan Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Williamstown to Ballan?

The distance between Williamstown and Ballan is 80 km. The road distance is 74.7 km.

How do I travel from Williamstown to Ballan without a car?

The best way to get from Williamstown to Ballan without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Williamstown to Ballan?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Williamstown to Ballan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Williamstown to Ballan train from?

Williamstown to Ballan train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Footscray Station.

Where does the Williamstown to Ballan train arrive?

Williamstown to Ballan train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballan Station.

Can I drive from Williamstown to Ballan?

Yes, the driving distance between Williamstown to Ballan is 75 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Williamstown to Ballan.

Where can I stay near Ballan?

There are 31+ hotels available in Ballan.

Williamstown to Ballan - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Williamstown to Ballan by train, car, taxi, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ballan Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 31m
$11
Drive 74.7 km
1. Drive from Williamstown to Ballancar 74.7 km
53 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Williamstown to Ballantaxi 74.7 km
53 min
$170–210
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne St/Victoria St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 471
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballan Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 5m
$12

Williamstown to Ballan by train

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 80.3 km
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Williamstown, VIC, Australia and Ballan, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Footscray Station to Ballan Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 56 min.

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