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

The cheapest way to get from Elsternwick to Ballan is to train which costs $12 - $16 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elsternwick to Ballan is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Elsternwick and Ballan?

No, there is no direct bus from Elsternwick station to Ballan. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick Station/20 Horne St and arriving at Ballan via Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Elsternwick and Ballan?

No, there is no direct train from Elsternwick station to Ballan station. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick Station and arriving at Ballan Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Elsternwick to Ballan?

The distance between Elsternwick and Ballan is 90 km. The road distance is 83.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Elsternwick to Ballan without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs $12 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Elsternwick to Ballan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elsternwick to Ballan bus from?

Elsternwick to Ballan bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Elsternwick Station/20 Horne St.

Where do I catch the Elsternwick to Ballan train from?

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

Train or bus from Elsternwick to Ballan?

The best way to get from Elsternwick to Ballan is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs $12 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $61 and takes 2h 57m.

Where does the Elsternwick to Ballan bus arrive?

Elsternwick to Ballan bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr station.

Where does the Elsternwick to Ballan train arrive?

Elsternwick to Ballan train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Elsternwick to Ballan?

Yes, the driving distance between Elsternwick to Ballan is 84 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Elsternwick to Ballan.

Where can I stay near Ballan?

There are 31+ hotels available in Ballan.

Elsternwick to Ballan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Elsternwick to Ballan by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elsternwick Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Sandringham
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballan Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 50m
$12–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elsternwick Station/20 Horne St to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballanbus
2h 57m
$61
Drive 83.5 km
1. Drive from Elsternwick to Ballancar 83.5 km
1h 6m
$16–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elsternwick to Ballantaxi 83.5 km
1h 6m
$150–190

Elsternwick to Ballan by train

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Distance: 89.9 km
Duration: 1h 50m

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

You can take a train from Elsternwick Station to Ballan Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elsternwick Station/20 Horne St to Ballan via Melbourne Airport in around 2h 57m.

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