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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Diggers Rest is to train which costs $13 - $16 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Diggers Rest is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Diggers Rest?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Diggers Rest station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Diggers Rest Station via Sunshine Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Diggers Rest?

The distance between Ballarat and Diggers Rest is 122 km. The road distance is 89.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Diggers Rest without a car is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs $13 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Ballarat to Diggers Rest, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Diggers Rest?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Diggers Rest is to train which takes 1h 47m and costs $13 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus and line 420 bus, which costs $106 - $110 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Ballarat to Diggers Rest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Diggers Rest?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Diggers Rest is 89 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Ballarat to Diggers Rest.

Where can I stay near Diggers Rest?

There are 287+ hotels available in Diggers Rest.

Ballarat to Diggers Rest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 420 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ballarat to Diggers Rest by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine StationBallarat
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Diggers Rest StationSunbury
1h 47m
$13–16
Bus, line 420 bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Deer ParkMelbourne
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Rd/Station Rd to Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd420
2h 9m
$106–110
Drive 89.3 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Diggers Rest89.3 km
1h 3m
$17–25
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballarat to Diggers Rest89.3 km
1h 3m
$220–270

Ballarat to Diggers Rest by train

206Weekly Trains

1h 47mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ballarat to Diggers Rest.

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Distance: 121.9 km
Duration: 1h 47m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Diggers Rest Station via Sunshine Station in around 1h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Diggers Rest Station via Deer Park, Ballarat Rd/Station Rd, Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd, and Watergardens Station in around 2h 9m.

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