What is the cheapest way to get from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat is to bus and train which costs $15 - $23 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Koo-Wee-Rup and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Koo Wee Rup Bus Interchange/Rossiter Rd and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Koo-Wee-Rup and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Koo-Wee-Rup station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat?

The distance between Koo-Wee-Rup and Ballarat is 188 km. The road distance is 183.3 km.

How do I travel from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 4m and costs $15 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat bus from?

Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Koo Wee Rup Bus Interchange/Rossiter Rd station.

Where do I catch the Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat train from?

Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Pakenham Station.

Train or bus from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs $2 - $30. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18 - $28 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat bus arrive?

Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat train arrive?

Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Koo Wee Rup Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 4m
$16–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Koo Wee Rup Bus Interchange/Rossiter Rd to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach / ...
3h 50m
$2–30
Drive 183.3 km
1. Drive from Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballaratcar 183.3 km
2h 12m
$33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Traralgon
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 52m
$19–27
Train via Sunshine West
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Pakenham
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 52m
$17–21

Koo-Wee-Rup to Ballarat by bus and train

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Distance: 187.6 km
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Koo-Wee-Rup, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Koo Wee Rup Bus Interchange/Rossiter Rd to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Koo Wee Rup Bus Interchange/Rossiter Rd to Ballarat Station via Pakenham Station/Railway Ave, Pakenham Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 3h 52m.

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