How to get from Ararat to Alexandra by bus and train?

From Ararat to Alexandra by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Alexandra in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LILYDALE train and finally take the 684 bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy station to Perkins St/Grant St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 1 min. The bus and train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Alexandra on the Moovit app.

421min
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Bus - 684
684
Leaves from Ararat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ararat
  • 2
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    155 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    270 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale Via City Loop
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ringwood Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:RWD
    48 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy
    ID 49468
    110 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 684684
    Wait for bus
    684
    Eildon Sc
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Perkins St/Grant St
    Ride to bus station
    Perkins St/Grant St
    ID 22091
    115 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Alexandra

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Alexandra, Melbourne is approximately 345.28 km, which can typically be travelled in 421 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Alexandra by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Ararat to Alexandra

To check the bus and train schedule from Ararat to Alexandra using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ararat) and destination (Alexandra), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ararat to Alexandra?

    The fastest way takes 421 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Train line LILYDALE, Bus line 684.

  • Is there a direct train between Ararat and Alexandra in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 7 hr 1 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ararat to Alexandra in Melbourne?

    The BALLARAT train line goes from Southern Cross station near Ararat to Southern Cross Railway Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Southern Cross Railway Station station near Alexandra in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ararat to Alexandra in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ararat and Alexandra in Melbourne by train and bus is about 7 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ararat to get to Alexandra in Melbourne?

    Get on the BALLARAT train from the Southern Cross station near Ararat in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ararat and Alexandra in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross Railway Station stop, which is closest to Alexandra in Melbourne.

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