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

The cheapest way to get from Shellharbour to Ballarat is to bus and train which costs $75 - $270 and takes 14h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shellharbour to Ballarat is to fly and bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $380 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Shellharbour and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct bus from Shellharbour to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Addison St Before Mary St and arriving at Ballarat via Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane, Goulburn, Southern Cross Coach Terminal and Melbourne Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 59m.

How far is it from Shellharbour to Ballarat?

The distance between Shellharbour and Ballarat is 929 km. The road distance is 857.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Shellharbour to Ballarat without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 33m and costs $75 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Shellharbour to Ballarat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shellharbour to Ballarat bus from?

Shellharbour to Ballarat bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, depart from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane station.

Where does the Shellharbour to Ballarat bus arrive?

Shellharbour to Ballarat bus services, operated by Murrays Coaches, arrive at Goulburn Station, Coach Stop.

Can I drive from Shellharbour to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Shellharbour to Ballarat is 858 km. It takes approximately 9h 37m to drive from Shellharbour to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 197+ hotels available in Ballarat.

Shellharbour to Ballarat - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Shellharbour to Ballarat by train, plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oak Flats Station to Wolli Creek Station
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)SYD - MEL
3. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat
7h 31m
$178–447
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane to Moss Vale Court House, Argyle St855
2. Take the train from Moss Vale Station to Southern Cross623 / ...
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Wendouree Station
14h 33m
$77–263
Bus, train via Canberra
1. Take the bus from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane to Jolimont Centre855
2. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminal
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Wendouree Station
15h 32m
$145–295
Drive 857.5 km
1. Drive from Shellharbour to Ballarat857.5 km
9h 37m
$168–242
Fly Wollongong to Melbourne Airport, bus
1. Fly from Wollongong (WOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)WOL - MEL
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat
6h 15m
$387–860
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Take the train from Oak Flats Station to Wolli Creek Station
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)SYD - AVV
3. Take the train from Footscray Station to Wendouree Station
8h 59m
$150–622
Bus to Canberra International Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane to Jolimont Centre
2. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)CBR - MEL
3. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat
9h 50m
$224–549
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Bendigo Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Oak Flats Station to Wolli Creek Station
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Bendigo Airport (BXG)SYD - BXG
3. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Lakeside Dr/Midland Hwy
9h
$233–619
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane to Goulburn Station, Coach Stop855
2. Take the bus from Goulburn to Southern Cross Coach Terminal
3. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballarat
15h 59m
$191–211

Shellharbour to Ballarat by bus and train

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14h 33mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 929.5 km
Duration: 7h 31m

What companies run services between Shellharbour, NSW, Australia and Ballarat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Addison St Before Mary St to Ballarat via Tongarra Rd Opp Halket Lane, Goulburn, Southern Cross Coach Terminal, and Melbourne Airport in around 15h 59m.

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