What is the cheapest way to get from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill is to train which costs $12 - $16 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill?

The fastest way to get from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Federation Square and Sovereign Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal and arriving at Burdeu St/Main Rd via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St N. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill?

The distance between Federation Square and Sovereign Hill is 117 km. The road distance is 110.9 km.

How do I travel from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill without a car?

The best way to get from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill without a car is to bus which takes 2h 44m and costs $95 - $99.

How long does it take to get from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Federation Square to Sovereign Hill bus from?

Federation Square to Sovereign Hill bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Train or bus from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill?

The best way to get from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill is to bus which takes 2h 44m and costs $95 - $99. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $12 - $16 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Federation Square to Sovereign Hill bus arrive?

Federation Square to Sovereign Hill bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.

Can I drive from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Federation Square to Sovereign Hill is 111 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill.

Where can I stay near Sovereign Hill?

There are 203+ hotels available in Sovereign Hill.

Federation Square to Sovereign Hill - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to BallaratAdelaide
2h 44m
$95–99
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Wendouree StationBallarat
2h 47m
$12–16
Drive 110.9 km
1. Drive from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill110.9 km
1h 21m
$22–32
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federation Square to Sovereign Hill110.9 km
1h 21m
$200–240
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballan StationBallarat
2. Take the bus from Ballan to Ballarat
3h 36m

Federation Square to Sovereign Hill by foot, train, and bus

207Weekly Services

2h 47mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.1 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Federation Square, VIC, Australia and Sovereign Hill, VIC, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Ballarat once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 1h 45m. Alternatively, V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Wendouree Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 35m.

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