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 5h 1m.

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 33m and costs $40 - $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 Quest/435-437 Nepean Hwy and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

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

The distance between Ferry Terminal/Esplanade and Ballarat is 216 km. The road distance is 206.6 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 43m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m 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 Ross Smith Ave/Nepean Hwy station.

Can I drive from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 203+ 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 Wendouree Station
4h 4m
$30–49
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ocean Beach Rd/Kerferd Ave to Frankston788
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Wendouree StationBallarat
5h 1m
$17–20
Car ferry, bus
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 Gear Ave/Warrenheip St
5h 43m
Drive 206.6 km
1. Drive from Ferry Terminal/Esplanade to Ballarat206.6 km
2h 33m
$41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ocean Beach Rd/Kerferd Ave to Ross Smith Ave/Nepean Hwy788
2. Take the bus from Quest/435-437 Nepean Hwy to Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rd
3. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat
7h 7m
$71

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Distance: 215.8 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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, Ross Smith Ave/Nepean Hwy, Quest/435-437 Nepean Hwy, Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rd, and Melbourne Airport in around 7h 7m.

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