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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Ballarat is to bus via Dundas St/Market St which costs $9 - $65 and takes 10h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Ballarat is to fly and train which takes 4h 59m and costs $120 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Ballarat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Adelaide and arriving at Ballarat. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Ararat Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Ballarat?

The distance between Adelaide and Ballarat is 620 km. The road distance is 612.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $95 - $99.

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

The bus from Adelaide to Ballarat takes 8h 15m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Ballarat bus from?

Adelaide to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Adelaide station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Ballarat train from?

Adelaide to Ballarat train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide Station.

Train or bus from Adelaide to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Ballarat is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $95 - $99. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $290 and takes 9h 22m.

Where does the Adelaide to Ballarat bus arrive?

Adelaide to Ballarat bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Ballarat?

Ballarat is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 2:12 PM in Adelaide and 2:42 PM in Ballarat.

Where does the Adelaide to Ballarat train arrive?

Adelaide to Ballarat train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Ararat Station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Ballarat is 612 km. It takes approximately 6h 58m to drive from Adelaide to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 195+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Adelaide to Ballarat - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Adelaide to Ballarat by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to Ballaratbus Melbourne
8h 15m
$95–99
Bus via Dundas St/Market St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Dundas St/Market Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Dundas St/Market St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
10h 35m
$10–62
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Ararat Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
9h 22m
$117–286
Drive 612.1 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Ballaratcar 612.1 km
6h 58m
$110–158
Fly, train
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane ADL - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain
4h 59m
$126–345

Adelaide to Ballarat by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 15mAverage Duration

$95Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Adelaide to Ballarat.

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Distance: 619.7 km
Duration: 8h 15m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Adelaide to Ballarat once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 8h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Adelaide Station to Ballarat Station via Ararat Station in around 9h 22m.

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