What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade is to train and bus which costs $18 - $21 and takes 4h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Ferry Terminal/Esplanade?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Ocean Beach Rd/Kerferd Ave via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Frankston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade?

The distance between Ballarat and Ferry Terminal/Esplanade is 211 km. The road distance is 202.2 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 5h 24m and costs $16 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade bus from?

Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Ballarat station.

Where does the Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade bus arrive?

Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Melbourne Airport station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade is 202 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade.

Where can I stay near Ferry Terminal/Esplanade?

There are 1677+ hotels available in Ferry Terminal/Esplanade.

Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade by train, car ferry, bus, or car

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

Train, car ferry
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Deer Park Station
2. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Marshall Station
3. Take the car ferry from Queenscliff to Sorrento
4h 32m
$31–50
Bus, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Geelong Station/Railway Tce
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Queenscliff Marina/Wharf St56
3. Take the car ferry from Queenscliff to Sorrento
5h 24m
$16–38
Drive 202.2 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade202.2 km
2h 41m
$39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Station
3. Take the bus from Frankston to Ocean Beach Rd/Kerferd Ave788
4h 53m
$18–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Frankston
3. Take the bus from Frankston to Ocean Beach Rd/Kerferd Ave788
6h 16m
$72

Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade by bus, foot, and car ferry

21Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.5 km
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Ferry Terminal/Esplanade, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Ballarat to Ferry Terminal/Esplanade via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, Frankston, and Ocean Beach Rd/Kerferd Ave in around 6h 16m.

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