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

The cheapest way to get from Prahran to Ballarat is to train which costs $18 - $22 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prahran to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Prahran and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Prahran to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Lewisham Rd/High St #34 and arriving at Wendouree Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Prahran to Ballarat?

The distance between Prahran and Ballarat is 125 km. The road distance is 118.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Prahran to Ballarat without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $18 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Prahran to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prahran to Ballarat train from?

Prahran to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Prahran to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Prahran to Ballarat is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $18 - $22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $28 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Prahran to Ballarat train arrive?

Prahran to Ballarat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Wendouree Station.

Can I drive from Prahran to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Prahran to Ballarat is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Prahran to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 202+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Prahran to Ballarat - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Prahran to Ballarat 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
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Wendouree StationBallarat
2h 27m
$18–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard StBallarat
3h 27m
$12–28
Drive 118.8 km
1. Drive from Prahran to Ballarat118.8 km
1h 22m
$24–34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prahran to Ballarat118.8 km
1h 22m
$210–260

Prahran to Ballarat by tram and train

207Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 124.9 km
Duration: 2h 27m

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Wendouree Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 35m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St 4 times a week. Tickets cost $1–16 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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