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 $6 and takes 1h 9m.

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 $15 - $23.

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 five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

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 9m.

How far is it from Ballan to Melbourne?

The distance between Ballan and Melbourne is 79 km. The road distance is 74.8 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 train which takes 1h 9m and costs $6.

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

The train from Ballan Station to Southern Cross Station takes 1h 9m including transfers and departs hourly.

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 train which takes 1h 9m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $15 and takes 1h 20m.

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 5531+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ballan to Melbourne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballan Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 9m
$6
- 1:02 PM – 2:12 PM
  train 1h 10m • Direct
- 1:42 PM – 2:52 PM
  train 1h 10m • Direct
- 2:22 PM – 3:32 PM
  train 1h 10m • Direct
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballan Station/Atkinson St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Ballarat
1h 20m
$1–15
Drive 74.8 km
1. Drive from Ballan to Melbournecar 74.8 km
57 min
$16–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballan to Melbournetaxi 74.8 km
57 min
$170–210
Bus via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr
1. Take the bus from Ballan to Melbourne Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Skybus Coach Terminalbus City - Melbourne Airport
1h 40m
$75

Ballan to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 78.8 km
Duration: 1h 9m

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

V/Line operates a train from Ballan Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Ballan Station/Atkinson St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St 5 times a week. Tickets cost $1–15 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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