What is the cheapest way to get from Cranbourne to Ballan?

The cheapest way to get from Cranbourne to Ballan is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cranbourne to Ballan?

The fastest way to get from Cranbourne to Ballan is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Cranbourne and Ballan?

No, there is no direct train from Cranbourne station to Ballan station. However, there are services departing from Cranbourne Station and arriving at Ballan Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Cranbourne to Ballan?

The distance between Cranbourne and Ballan is 125 km. The road distance is 121.2 km.

How do I travel from Cranbourne to Ballan without a car?

The best way to get from Cranbourne to Ballan without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Cranbourne to Ballan?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Cranbourne to Ballan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cranbourne to Ballan train from?

Cranbourne to Ballan train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Cranbourne Station.

Where does the Cranbourne to Ballan train arrive?

Cranbourne to Ballan train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Cranbourne to Ballan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cranbourne to Ballan is 121 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Cranbourne to Ballan.

Where can I stay near Ballan?

There are 31+ hotels available in Ballan.

Cranbourne to Ballan - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 893 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Cranbourne to Ballan by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cranbourne Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Cranbourne
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballan Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 30m
$14–18
Drive 121.2 km
1. Drive from Cranbourne to Ballancar 121.2 km
1h 37m
$22–31
Line 893 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus 893 / ...
2. Take the train from Dandenong Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballan Stationtrain
3h 5m
$20–24

Cranbourne to Ballan by train

209Weekly Trains

2h 30mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.4 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Cranbourne, VIC, Australia and Ballan, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Cranbourne Station to Ballan Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 30m.

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