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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Muswellbrook is to train which costs $95 - $320 and takes 18h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Muswellbrook is to train and fly which takes 8h 14m and costs $110 - $480.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Muswellbrook?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Muswellbrook station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Muswellbrook Station via Southern Cross and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 11m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Muswellbrook?

The distance between Ballarat and Muswellbrook is 1095 km. The road distance is 1073.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Muswellbrook without a car is to train which takes 18h 11m and costs $95 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 8h 14m to get from Ballarat to Muswellbrook, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Muswellbrook bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Muswellbrook train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Muswellbrook?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Muswellbrook is to train which takes 18h 11m and costs $95 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 19h 14m.

Where does the Ballarat to Muswellbrook bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Muswellbrook train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Muswellbrook?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Muswellbrook is 1073 km. It takes approximately 12h 37m to drive from Ballarat to Muswellbrook.

Where can I stay near Muswellbrook?

There are 40+ hotels available in Muswellbrook.

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Muswellbrook station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Muswellbrook Station, Stand C via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 14m.

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

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Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport, train
best
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 Muswellbrook Stationtrain
8h 14m
$113–477
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 Muswellbrook Stationtrain 223
18h 11m
$99–315
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Pacific Hwy Opp Berowra Station to Muswellbrook Station, Stand Cbus
18h 52m
$107–314
Drive 1,073.3 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Muswellbrookcar 1,073.3 km
12h 37m
$200–288
Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Sydney International Airport, train
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 Muswellbrook Stationtrain
9h 41m
$162–487
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 Muswellbrook Stationtrain
10h 59m
$170–656
Train, bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Tamworth
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 Tamworth (TMW)plane AVV - TMW
4. Take the train from Tamworth Station to Muswellbrook Stationtrain
11h 30m
$462–953
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
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 Muswellbrook Station, Stand Cbus
19h 14m

Ballarat to Muswellbrook by train

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18h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,095.4 km
Duration: 8h 14m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Muswellbrook Station via Southern Cross and Central Station in around 18h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Muswellbrook Station, Stand C via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, and Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 in around 19h 14m.

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