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

Ararat to Alma - Bus Timetable

The COACH bus from Ararat to Alma runs from 07:22 to 15:12, with departures every 7 hr 50 min. The journey takes about 5 hr 32 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Ararat to Alma by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Alma in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the COACH bus from Ararat Railway Station/High St station to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BALLARAT train and finally take the 1 bus from Maryborough Bus Interchange/Napier St station to Opp 70 Derby Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 32 min. The bus and train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Alma on the Moovit app.

332min
Bus - COACH
COACH
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Bus - 1
1
Walk to Alma
Leaves from Ararat Railway Station/High St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ararat
  • 2
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Ballarat Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ballarat Station/Lydiard St
    ID 82
    93 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballarat Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BAT-V
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Maryborough
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Maryborough Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:MYB
    56 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Maryborough Bus Interchange/Napier St
    ID 41841
    570 m • 8 min
  • 8
    Bus - 11
    Wait for bus
    1
    Hedges
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Opp 70 Derby Rd
    ID 41910
    6 min
  • 10
    Walk to Alma
    Walk to
    Alma
    3.79 km • 48 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Alma

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Alma, Melbourne is approximately 173.34 km, which can typically be travelled in 332 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Alma 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 timetable from Ararat to Alma

To check the bus and train timetable from Ararat to Alma using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ararat) and destination (Alma), 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 332 minutes, using Bus line COACH, Train line BALLARAT, Bus line 1.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Alma in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 32 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ararat to Alma in Melbourne?

    The COACH bus line goes from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station near Ararat to Ballarat Railway Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Ballarat Railway Station near Alma in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Ararat and Alma in Melbourne by bus and train is about 5 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ararat to get to Alma in Melbourne?

    Get on the COACH bus from the Ballarat Station/Lydiard St stop near Ararat in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ararat and Alma in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Ballarat Railway Station, which is closest to Alma in Melbourne.

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