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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Lithgow is to train and bus which costs $110 - $140 and takes 16h 29m.

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 $370 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Lithgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat station to Lithgow station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and arriving at Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 34m.

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 21m.

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 train and bus which takes 16h 29m and costs $110 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 52m 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 V-Line Buses, depart from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

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 train which takes 17h 21m and costs $80 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 17h 34m.

Where does the Ballarat to Lithgow bus arrive?

Ballarat to Lithgow bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St 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 199+ hotels available in Lithgow.

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

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 52m
$144–582
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 21m
$81–410
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Liverpoolbus
3. Take the train from Emu Plains Station to Lithgow Stationtrain Bmt
16h 29m
$118–135
Drive 886.5 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Lithgowcar 886.5 km
10h 20m
$161–232
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 9m
$152–751
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
$370–768
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 37m
$113–608
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1bus
17h 34m

Ballarat to Lithgow by train and bus

7Weekly Services

16h 29mAverage Duration

$118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 981.3 km
Duration: 8h 52m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Lithgow Station via Southern Cross and Central Station in around 17h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Lithgow Station, Railway Pde, Bay 1 via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 17h 34m.

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