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

The cheapest way to get from Fawkner to Ballarat is to train which costs $12 - $16 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fawkner to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Fawkner and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Fawkner to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Phillip St/Mahoneys Rd and arriving at Ballarat via Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Fawkner and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Fawkner station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Gowrie Station and arriving at Wendouree Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Fawkner to Ballarat?

The distance between Fawkner and Ballarat is 132 km. The road distance is 112.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Fawkner to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs $12 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Fawkner to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fawkner to Ballarat bus from?

Fawkner to Ballarat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Melbourne Airport station.

Where do I catch the Fawkner to Ballarat train from?

Fawkner to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Gowrie Station.

Train or bus from Fawkner to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Fawkner to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs $12 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Fawkner to Ballarat bus arrive?

Fawkner to Ballarat bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Ballarat station.

Where does the Fawkner to Ballarat train arrive?

Fawkner to Ballarat train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Fawkner to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Fawkner to Ballarat is 113 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Fawkner to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 204+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Fawkner to Ballarat - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Fawkner to Ballarat by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gowrie Station to Southern Cross StationUpfield
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Wendouree StationBallarat
2h 26m
$12–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gowrie Station to Southern Cross StationUpfield
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to BallaratAdelaide
3h 12m
$100–104
Drive 112.5 km
1. Drive from Fawkner to Ballarat112.5 km
1h 19m
$23–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fawkner to Ballarat112.5 km
1h 19m
$200–250
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat
3h 33m
$58

Fawkner to Ballarat by train

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2h 26mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.3 km
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Fawkner, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Gowrie Station to Wendouree Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus operates a bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat every 3 hours. Tickets cost $49 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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