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

The cheapest way to get from Yarra Valley to Ballarat is to line 906 bus and bus which costs $6 - $22 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Yarra Valley to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Yarra Valley and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Yarra Valley to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Harding Rd/Ringwood-Warrandyte Rd and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Yarra Valley and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Yarra Valley station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Ringwood Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Yarra Valley to Ballarat?

The distance between Yarra Valley and Ballarat is 151 km. The road distance is 136.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Yarra Valley to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $19 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Yarra Valley to Ballarat, including transfers.

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

Yarra Valley to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd station.

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

Yarra Valley to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Ringwood Station.

Train or bus from Yarra Valley to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Yarra Valley to Ballarat is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $19 - $24. Alternatively, you can line 906 bus and bus, which costs $6 - $22 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Yarra Valley to Ballarat bus arrive?

Yarra Valley to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at King St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Yarra Valley to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Yarra Valley to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Yarra Valley to Ballarat is 137 km. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Yarra Valley to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Yarra Valley to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, line 906 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ringwood Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 6m
$20–24
Line 906 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd to King St/Lonsdale Stbus 906
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
3h 50m
$7–22
Drive 136.7 km
1. Drive from Yarra Valley to Ballaratcar 136.7 km
1h 47m
$25–36

Yarra Valley to Ballarat by bus and train

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3h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.4 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Harding Rd/Warrandyte-Ringwood Rd to Ballarat Station via Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harding Rd/Ringwood-Warrandyte Rd to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd, King St/Lonsdale St, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 50m.

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