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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Ballarat is to fly and train which costs $280 - $800 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Ballarat is to fly and train which takes 7h 11m and costs $280 - $800.

How far is it from Perth to Ballarat?

The distance between Perth and Ballarat is 2833 km. The road distance is 3196.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Ballarat without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 6h and costs $700 - $8,000.

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Perth to Ballarat, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Perth and Ballarat?

Ballarat is 3h ahead of Perth. It is currently 2:46 AM in Perth and 5:46 AM in Ballarat.

Can I drive from Perth to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Ballarat is 3197 km. It takes approximately 33h 57m to drive from Perth to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 207+ hotels available in Ballarat.

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

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

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)PER - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Station
7h 11m
$289–783
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Perth to Adelaide ParklandsPer-Adl 2025
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to BallaratMelbourne
2d 6h
$698–7,894
Drive 3,196.9 km
1. Drive from Perth to Ballarat3,196.9 km
33h 57m
$605–874

Perth to Ballarat by train, foot, and bus

1Weekly Services

2d 6hAverage Duration

$698Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Perth to Ballarat.

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Distance: 2,832.7 km
Duration: 7h 11m

What companies run services between Perth, WA, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

There is no direct connection from Perth to Ballarat. However, you can take the train to Airport Central Stn Platform 2, walk to Perth Airport (PER) airport, fly to Melbourne Airport (MEL), walk to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, take the bus to Sunshine Station/Dickson St, walk to Sunshine Station, then take the train to Ballarat Station. Alternatively, you can take a train from Perth to Ballarat via Adelaide Parklands, Stop 1 Anzac Hwy - North West side, Stop D1 Grote St - North side, and Adelaide in around 2d 6h.

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