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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Sovereign Hill is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 1h 12m.

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 $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Sovereign Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Sovereign Hill. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Burdeu St/Main Rd via Bacchus Marsh and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St N. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Footscray to Sovereign Hill?

The distance between Footscray and Sovereign Hill is 122 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 and line 11 bus which takes 2h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Footscray to Sovereign Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Sovereign Hill bus from?

Footscray to Sovereign Hill bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the Footscray to Sovereign Hill bus arrive?

Footscray to Sovereign Hill bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Bacchus Marsh Station.

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 200+ hotels available in Sovereign Hill.

Footscray to Sovereign Hill - 5 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Footscray to Sovereign Hill by train, bus, 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.

Train, line 11 bus
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Wendouree StationBallarat
2. Take the bus from Wendouree Station/Learmonth Rd to Old Post Office/Sturt St11 / ...
2h 5m
Drive 103.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Footscray to Sovereign Hill103.6 km
1h 12m
$21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Bacchus Marsh StationBallarat
2. Take the bus from Bacchus Marsh to Ballarat
2h 53m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Sovereign Hill103.6 km
1h 12m
$190–230
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ballan StationBallarat
2. Take the bus from Ballan to Ballarat
2h 54m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 121.8 km
Duration: 2h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Burdeu St/Main Rd via Bacchus Marsh, Ballarat, and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St N in around 2h 53m.

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