What is the cheapest way to get from Footscray to Sovereign Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Sovereign Hill is to train which costs $12 - $15 and takes 1h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Footscray to Sovereign Hill?

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Sovereign Hill is to drive which takes 1h 12m and costs $19 - $29.

How far is it from Footscray to Sovereign Hill?

The distance between Footscray and Sovereign Hill is 110 km. The road distance is 103.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Sovereign Hill without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs $12 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Footscray to Sovereign Hill?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Footscray to Sovereign Hill, including transfers.

Can I drive from Footscray to Sovereign Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Sovereign Hill is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 12m to drive from Footscray to Sovereign Hill.

Where can I stay near Sovereign Hill?

There are 204+ hotels available in Sovereign Hill.

Footscray to Sovereign Hill - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Footscray to Sovereign Hill by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ballarat StationBallarat
1h 53m
$12–15
Drive 103.6 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Sovereign Hill103.6 km
1h 12m
$20–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Sovereign Hill103.6 km
1h 12m
$190–230

Footscray to Sovereign Hill by train and bus

179Weekly Services

1h 53mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Footscray to Sovereign Hill.

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Distance: 110.4 km
Duration: 1h 53m

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

V/Line operates a train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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