What is the cheapest way to get from Yarra Glen to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Yarra Glen to Ballarat is to train which costs $19 - $24 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Yarra Glen to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Yarra Glen to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Yarra Glen and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Yarra Glen to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Herbert St/Melba Hwy and arriving at Ballarat via Lilydale Station/West William St, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Yarra Glen and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Yarra Glen station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Lilydale Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Yarra Glen to Ballarat?

The distance between Yarra Glen and Ballarat is 168 km. The road distance is 152.6 km.

How do I travel from Yarra Glen to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Yarra Glen to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs $19 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Yarra Glen to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Yarra Glen to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Yarra Glen to Ballarat bus from?

Yarra Glen to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy.

Where do I catch the Yarra Glen to Ballarat train from?

Yarra Glen to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Lilydale Station.

Train or bus from Yarra Glen to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Yarra Glen to Ballarat is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs $19 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $64 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Yarra Glen to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Yarra Glen to Ballarat train arrive?

Yarra Glen to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Yarra Glen to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Yarra Glen to Ballarat is 153 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Yarra Glen to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Yarra Glen to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Lilydale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Lilydale
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 47m
$20–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
6h 29m
$64
Drive 152.6 km
1. Drive from Yarra Glen to Ballaratcar 152.6 km
1h 56m
$28–40

Yarra Glen to Ballarat by bus and train

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Distance: 167.7 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Yarra Glen, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Herbert St/Melba Hwy to Ballarat Station via Lilydale Station/West William St, Lilydale Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Herbert St/Melba Hwy to Ballarat via Lilydale Station/West William St, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, and Melbourne Airport in around 6h 29m.

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