What is the cheapest way to get from Ballan to Diggers Rest?

The cheapest way to get from Ballan to Diggers Rest is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 40 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballan to Diggers Rest?

The fastest way to get from Ballan to Diggers Rest is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct train between Ballan and Diggers Rest?

No, there is no direct train from Ballan station to Diggers Rest station. However, there are services departing from Ballan Station and arriving at Diggers Rest Station via Sunshine Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Ballan to Diggers Rest?

The distance between Ballan and Diggers Rest is 87 km. The road distance is 53.9 km.

How do I travel from Ballan to Diggers Rest without a car?

The best way to get from Ballan to Diggers Rest without a car is to train which takes 1h 29m and costs $13 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Ballan to Diggers Rest?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Ballan to Diggers Rest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballan to Diggers Rest train from?

Ballan to Diggers Rest train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ballan Station.

Where does the Ballan to Diggers Rest train arrive?

Ballan to Diggers Rest train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Sunshine Station.

Can I drive from Ballan to Diggers Rest?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballan to Diggers Rest is 54 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Ballan to Diggers Rest.

Where can I stay near Diggers Rest?

There are 271+ hotels available in Diggers Rest.

Ballan to Diggers Rest - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Ballan to Diggers Rest by train, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballan Station to Sunshine StationBallarat
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Diggers Rest StationSunbury
1h 29m
$13–15
Drive 53.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ballan to Diggers Rest53.9 km
40 min
$11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballan to Diggers Rest53.9 km
40 min
$130–170

Ballan to Diggers Rest by train

206Weekly Trains

1h 29mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ballan to Diggers Rest.

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Distance: 87.5 km
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Ballan, VIC, Australia and Diggers Rest, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Ballan Station to Diggers Rest Station via Sunshine Station in around 1h 29m.

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