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

The cheapest way to get from Ballan to Melbourne is to train which costs $7 - $10 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballan to Melbourne is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Ballan and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ballan Station/Atkinson St station and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ballan and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ballan Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Ballan to Melbourne?

The distance between Ballan and Melbourne is 92 km. The road distance is 74.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballan to Melbourne without a car is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs $1 - $15.

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

The bus from Ballan Station/Atkinson St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Ballan to Melbourne bus from?

Ballan to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Ballan Station/Atkinson St.

Where do I catch the Ballan to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballan to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Ballan to Melbourne is to bus which takes 1h 10m and costs $1 - $15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7 - $10 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Ballan to Melbourne bus arrive?

Ballan to Melbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Ballan to Melbourne train arrive?

Ballan to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Ballan to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballan to Melbourne is 75 km. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Ballan to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5357+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ballan Station/Atkinson St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Ballarat
1h 10m
$1–15
Train
1. Take the train from Ballan Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 10m
$7–10
Drive 74.7 km
1. Drive from Ballan to Melbournecar 74.7 km
57 min
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballan to Melbournetaxi 74.7 km
57 min
$130–170

Ballan to Melbourne by bus

6Weekly Buses

1h 10mAverage Duration

$1Cheapest Price

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Distance: 91.8 km
Duration: 1h 10m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Ballan Station/Atkinson St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St 6 times a week. Tickets cost $1–15 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Alternatively, V/Line operates a train from Ballan Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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