What is the cheapest way to get from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat is to bus and train which costs $17 - $21 and takes 4h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Ferry Terminal/Esplanade and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Ocean Beach Rd/Kerferd Ave and arriving at Ballarat via Frankston and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat?

The distance between Ferry Terminal/Esplanade and Ballarat is 211 km. The road distance is 204 km.

How do I travel from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat without a car is to car ferry and bus which takes 5h 23m and costs $16 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat bus from?

Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Ocean Beach Rd/Kerferd Ave station.

Where does the Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat bus arrive?

Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Frankston station.

Can I drive from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 206+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat - 5 ways to travel via train

There are 5 ways to get from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat by car ferry, train, bus, or car

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

Car ferry, train
best
1. Take the car ferry from Sorrento to Queenscliff
2. Take the train from Marshall Station to Deer Park Station
3. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Station
3h 54m
$30–49
Car ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Sorrento to Queenscliff
2. Take the bus from Queenscliff Marina/Wharf St to Geelong Station/Railway Tce56
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St
5h 23m
$16–39
Drive 204 km
1. Drive from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat204 km
2h 37m
$39–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ocean Beach Rd/Kerferd Ave to Frankston788
2. Take the train from Frankston Station to Flinders Street Station
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Station
4h 53m
$17–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ocean Beach Rd/Kerferd Ave to Frankston788
2. Take the bus from Frankston to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr
3. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat
7h 8m
$71

Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat by foot, car ferry, and bus

21Weekly Services

5h 23mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat.

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Distance: 211.3 km
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Ferry Terminal/Esplanade, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat via Ocean Beach Rd/Kerferd Ave, Frankston, and Melbourne Airport in around 7h 8m.

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