What is the cheapest way to get from Point Cook to Ballarat?

The cheapest way to get from Point Cook to Ballarat is to train which costs $19 - $24 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Point Cook to Ballarat?

The fastest way to get from Point Cook to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Point Cook and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Point Cook to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from South Shore Ave/Sanctuary Lakes South Bvd and arriving at Ballarat via Laverton Station/Maher Rd, Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd and Deer Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Point Cook and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Point Cook station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Williams Landing Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Point Cook to Ballarat?

The distance between Point Cook and Ballarat is 132 km. The road distance is 106.7 km.

How do I travel from Point Cook to Ballarat without a car?

The best way to get from Point Cook to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $19 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Point Cook to Ballarat?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Point Cook to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Point Cook to Ballarat bus from?

Point Cook to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Laverton Station/Maher Rd.

Where do I catch the Point Cook to Ballarat train from?

Point Cook to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Footscray Station.

Train or bus from Point Cook to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Point Cook to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $19 - $24. Alternatively, you can line 400 bus and bus, which costs $106 - $111 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Point Cook to Ballarat bus arrive?

Point Cook to Ballarat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd.

Where does the Point Cook to Ballarat train arrive?

Point Cook to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ballarat Station.

Can I drive from Point Cook to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Point Cook to Ballarat is 107 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Point Cook to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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Point Cook to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, line 400 bus, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Point Cook to Ballarat by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 18m
$20–24
Line 400 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Laverton Station/Maher Rd to Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rdbus 400
2. Take the train from Deer Park Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 5m
$20–24
Drive 106.7 km
1. Drive from Point Cook to Ballaratcar 106.7 km
1h 13m
$20–28
Line 400 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Laverton Station/Maher Rd to Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rdbus 400
2. Take the bus from Deer Park to Ballaratbus Adelaide
4h 4m
$107–111

Point Cook to Ballarat by bus and train

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2h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 131.6 km
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Point Cook, VIC, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Shore Ave/Sanctuary Lakes South Bvd to Ballarat via Laverton Station/Railway Ave, Laverton Station/Maher Rd, Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd, Ballarat Rd/Station Rd, and Deer Park in around 4h 4m.

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