What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Lithgow?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Lithgow is to train which costs $80 - $410 and takes 17h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Lithgow?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Lithgow is to train and fly and bus which takes 8h 51m and costs $360 - $800.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Lithgow Station via Southern Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 25m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Lithgow?

The distance between Ballarat and Lithgow is 981 km. The road distance is 886.5 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Lithgow without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Lithgow without a car is to bus which takes 17h 9m and costs $190 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Lithgow?

It takes approximately 8h 56m to get from Ballarat to Lithgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Lithgow bus from?

Ballarat to Lithgow bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ballarat station.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Lithgow train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Lithgow?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Lithgow is to bus which takes 17h 9m and costs $190 - $220. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $410 and takes 17h 25m.

Where does the Ballarat to Lithgow bus arrive?

Ballarat to Lithgow bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Ballarat to Lithgow train arrive?

Ballarat to Lithgow train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Lithgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Lithgow is 887 km. It takes approximately 10h 20m to drive from Ballarat to Lithgow.

Where can I stay near Lithgow?

There are 198+ hotels available in Lithgow.

Ballarat to Lithgow - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Liverpool Station, Stand B and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 9m.

There are 8 ways to get from Ballarat to Lithgow by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
3. Take the train from Central Station to Lithgow Stationtrain
8h 56m
$134–572
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Lithgow Stationtrain Bmt
17h 25m
$81–410
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpoolbus
3. Take the bus from Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St to Lithgow Station, Railway Pdebus
17h 9m
$196–216
Drive 886.5 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Lithgowcar 886.5 km
10h 20m
$159–230
Train, bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminalbus
3. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane AVV - SYD
4. Take the train from Central Station to Lithgow Stationtrain
10h 13m
$147–751
Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Orange Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Orange Airport (OAG)plane MEL - OAG
3. Take the bus from 4612 Mitchell Hwy to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus
8h 51m
$360–768
Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)plane MEL - NTL
3. Take the train from Hamilton Station to Strathfield Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Strathfield Station to Lithgow Stationtrain
11h 39m
$113–608
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
3. Take the train from Central Station to Emu Plains Stationtrain Bmt
4. Take the train from Emu Plains Station to Lithgow Stationtrain Bmt
17h 23m

Ballarat to Lithgow by bus

7Weekly Buses

17h 9mAverage Duration

$196Cheapest Price

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Distance: 981.3 km
Duration: 8h 56m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Lithgow, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Ballarat to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Liverpool, Liverpool Station, Stand B, Parramatta Station, Stand A1, and Westfield Parramatta, Argyle St in around 17h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ballarat Station to Lithgow Station via Southern Cross and Central Station in around 17h 25m.

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