How to get from Ballan to Apollo Bay by bus and train?

Ballan to Apollo Bay - Train Timetable

The BALLARAT train from Ballan to Apollo Bay runs from 06:16 to 00:51, with departures every 20 min-1 hr 20 min. The journey takes about 6 hr 16 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Ballan to Apollo Bay by bus and train

To get from Ballan to Apollo Bay in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the BALLARAT train from Ballan Railway Station station to Ballarat Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the COACH bus and finally take the COACH bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce station to Pisces Holiday Park/Great Ocean Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 16 min. The bus and train schedule from Ballan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Apollo Bay on the Moovit app.

376min
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Bus - COACH
COACH
Bus - COACH
COACH
Leaves from Ballan Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballan Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BLN
    850 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Wendouree
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BAT-V
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballarat Station/Lydiard St
    ID 82
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Geelong Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Geelong Station/Railway Tce
    ID 3252
    100 min
  • 7
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Visitor Information Centre
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Pisces Holiday Park/Great Ocean Rd
    Ride to bus station
    Pisces Holiday Park/Great Ocean Rd
    ID 17718
    155 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ballan to Apollo Bay

The distance between Ballan, Melbourne and Apollo Bay, Melbourne is approximately 246.9 km, which can typically be travelled in 376 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ballan to Apollo Bay 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 Ballan to Apollo Bay

To check the bus and train timetable from Ballan to Apollo Bay using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ballan) and destination (Apollo Bay), 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 Ballan to Apollo Bay?

    The fastest way takes 376 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Bus line COACH, Bus line COACH.

  • Is there a direct train between Ballan and Apollo Bay in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 16 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ballan to Apollo Bay in Melbourne?

    The BALLARAT train line goes from Ballan Railway Station near Ballan to Ballarat Railway Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Ballarat Railway Station near Apollo Bay in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ballan to Apollo Bay in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ballan and Apollo Bay in Melbourne by train and bus is about 6 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ballan to get to Apollo Bay in Melbourne?

    Get on the BALLARAT train from the Ballan Railway Station near Ballan in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ballan and Apollo Bay in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Ballarat Railway Station, which is closest to Apollo Bay in Melbourne.

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