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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Merimbula is to train and bus which costs $19 - $50 and takes 12h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Merimbula is to train and fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $210 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Merimbula?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Merimbula. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Park St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Traralgon Station/Princes St and Bairnsdale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 21m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Merimbula?

The distance between Ballarat and Merimbula is 570 km. The road distance is 688.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Merimbula without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 11m and costs $19 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Ballarat to Merimbula, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Merimbula bus from?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Merimbula bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Merimbula?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Merimbula is 688 km. It takes approximately 8h 5m to drive from Ballarat to Merimbula.

Where can I stay near Merimbula?

There are 328+ hotels available in Merimbula.

Ballarat to Merimbula - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ballarat to Merimbula by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Melbourne Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Station
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)MEL - MIM
5h 30m
$217–809
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bairnsdale Station
3. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Park St
12h 11m
$19–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminal
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Traralgon Station/Princes St
3. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdale
4. Take the bus from Bairnsdale to Park St
13h 21m
$102–163
Drive 688.4 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Merimbula688.4 km
8h 5m
$131–189
Train, bus to Avalon Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal
3. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Merimbula Airport (MIM)AVV - MIM
9h 43m
$235–1,128

Ballarat to Merimbula by train and bus

7Weekly Services

12h 11mAverage Duration

$19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 570.4 km
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Ballarat to Park St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Traralgon Station/Princes St, and Bairnsdale in around 13h 21m.

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