What is the cheapest way to get from Merrigum to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Merrigum to Ballarat is to train which costs $14 - $35 and takes 5h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merrigum to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Merrigum to Ballarat is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Merrigum and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Merrigum station to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Caltex Service Station/Waverley Ave and arriving at Armstrong St/Sturt Sz via Bendigo Station/Railway Pl and Lakeside Dr/Midland Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Merrigum to Ballarat?

The distance between Merrigum and Ballarat is 303 km. The road distance is 217.1 km.

How do I travel from Merrigum to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Merrigum to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $14 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Merrigum to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Merrigum to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merrigum to Ballarat bus from?

Merrigum to Ballarat bus services, operated by Regional Transit, depart from Caltex Service Station/Waverley Ave.

Train or bus from Merrigum to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Merrigum to Ballarat is to train which takes 5h 39m and costs $14 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Merrigum to Ballarat bus arrive?

Merrigum to Ballarat bus services, operated by Regional Transit, arrive at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Can I drive from Merrigum to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Merrigum to Ballarat is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Merrigum to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 203+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Merrigum to Ballarat - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Merrigum to Ballarat by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Murchison East Station to Southern Cross StationSeymour
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Wendouree StationBallarat
5h 39m
$15–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Caltex Service Station/Waverley Ave to Bendigo Station/Railway PlBendigo Station - Shepparton Station Via Bendigo Station
2. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Lakeside Dr/Midland HwyCoach
5h 42m
Drive 217.1 km
1. Drive from Merrigum to Ballarat217.1 km
2h 52m
$43–62

Merrigum to Ballarat by bus and train

14Weekly Services

5h 39mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 303.4 km
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Merrigum, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Morrissey St/Waverley Ave to Wendouree Station via Murchison East Station/Cassidys Rd, Murchison East Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caltex Service Station/Waverley Ave to Armstrong St/Sturt Sz via Bendigo Station/Railway Pl and Lakeside Dr/Midland Hwy in around 5h 42m.

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