What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to South West Rocks?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to South West Rocks is to train which costs $110 - $460 and takes 23h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to South West Rocks?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to South West Rocks is to train and fly and bus which takes 9h 54m and costs $370 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and South West Rocks?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to South West Rocks. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Gregory St After Simpson St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 19m.

How far is it from Ballarat to South West Rocks?

The distance between Ballarat and South West Rocks is 1206 km. The road distance is 1350.4 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to South West Rocks without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to South West Rocks without a car is to train which takes 23h 33m and costs $110 - $460.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to South West Rocks?

It takes approximately 9h 54m to get from Ballarat to South West Rocks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to South West Rocks bus from?

Ballarat to South West Rocks bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Ballarat station.

Train or bus from Ballarat to South West Rocks?

The best way to get from Ballarat to South West Rocks is to train which takes 23h 33m and costs $110 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 24h 19m.

Where does the Ballarat to South West Rocks bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to South West Rocks?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to South West Rocks is 1350 km. It takes approximately 14h 44m to drive from Ballarat to South West Rocks.

Where can I stay near South West Rocks?

There are 285+ hotels available in South West Rocks.

Ballarat to South West Rocks - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Ballarat to South West Rocks by train, plane, bus, or car

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Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Port Macquarie, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Station
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Port Macquarie (PQQ)MEL - PQQ
3. Take the bus from Port Macquarie Airport to Belgrave St At John St
9h 54m
$373–823
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Central Station622 / ...
3. Take the train from Central Station to Kempsey Station33 / ...
23h 33m
$113–455
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Southern Cross Coach Terminal
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Kempsey Station, Coach Stop151 / ...
24h 19m
Drive 1,350.4 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to South West Rocks1,350.4 km
14h 44m
$256–370
Train, bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Port Macquarie, bus
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 Port Macquarie (PQQ)AVV - PQQ
4. Take the bus from Port Macquarie Airport to Belgrave St At John St
11h 32m
$311–842
Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Coffs Harbour Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Station
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)MEL - CFS
3. Take the train from Urunga Station to Kempsey Station
10h 37m
$340–829
Train to Melbourne Airport, fly to Newcastle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Melton Station
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Newcastle Airport (NTL)MEL - NTL
3. Take the train from Broadmeadow Station to Kempsey Station
13h 36m
$145–657
Train, bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Coffs Harbour Airport
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 Coffs Harbour Airport (CFS)AVV - CFS
4. Take the train from Urunga Station to Kempsey Station
13h 30m
$438–1,098
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Central Station
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Kempsey
25h 4m
$164–389

Ballarat to South West Rocks by train, foot, and bus

30Weekly Services

23h 33mAverage Duration

$113Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,206 km
Duration: 9h 54m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and South West Rocks, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Gregory St After Simpson St via Southern Cross, Central Station, Kempsey Station, and Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane in around 23h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat to Gregory St After Simpson St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1, Kempsey Station, Coach Stop, and Kemp St Before Edinburgh Lane in around 24h 19m.

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