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How to get from Southern Cross to Ararat by train?

From Southern Cross to Ararat by train

Take one direct train from Southern Cross to Ararat in Melbourne: take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Southern Cross station to Ararat station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 29 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

149minA$8.54
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Leaves from Southern Cross

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    Start from train station
    Start from train station
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    Ride to train station Ararat
    Ride to train station
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    148 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Southern Cross to Ararat

The distance between Southern Cross, Melbourne and Ararat, Melbourne is approximately 205.66 km, which can typically be travelled in 149 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Southern Cross to Ararat by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Southern Cross

Southern Cross is located at Southern Cross, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 122-Southern Cross Railway Station/Spencer St (Melbourne City).

Bus stations close to Southern Cross:

  • Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Melbourne City)
  • Skybus Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City)
  • Southern Cross Station/Spencer St (Melbourne City)

Public transport stations close to Ararat, Melbourne

Ararat is located at Ararat, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Ararat Railway Station (Ararat).

Train stations close to Ararat:

  • Ararat

Bus stations close to Ararat:

  • Ararat Railway Station (Ararat)
  • 71 Girdlestone St (Ararat)
  • Kokoda Park/Mclellan St (Ararat)

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Southern Cross to Ararat?

    The fastest way takes 149 minutes, using Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT.

  • Is there a direct train between Southern Cross and Ararat?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Southern Cross in Docklands to Ararat in Melbourne in 2 hr 29 min.

  • Which train line goes from Southern Cross to Ararat?

    The ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train line goes from Ararat station near Southern Cross in Docklands to Ararat station near Ararat in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Southern Cross to Ararat by train?

    The total travel time between Southern Cross in Docklands and Ararat in Melbourne by train is about 2 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Southern Cross to get to Ararat?

    Get on the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from the Ararat station near Southern Cross in Docklands.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Southern Cross and Ararat?

    Get off the train at the Ararat station, which is closest to Ararat in Melbourne.

  • When is the last train from Southern Cross to Ararat?

    The last train from Southern Cross in Docklands to Ararat in Melbourne is the Ararat - Melbourne Via Ballarat line. It leaves the Southern Cross station at 04:14.

  • How much is the train fare from Southern Cross to Ararat?

    The ride from Southern Cross to Ararat costs A$8.54.

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