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

From Ararat to Avoca by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Avoca in Melbourne, take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Ballarat Railway Station station. Next, take the BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station to Avoca Information Centre/Sunraysia Hwy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Avoca on the Moovit app.

207min
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Bus - BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
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
    Ballarat Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BAT-V
    54 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballarat Station/Lydiard St
    ID 82
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGHBENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
    Wait for bus
    BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
    Ballarat
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Avoca Information Centre/Sunraysia Hwy
    Ride to bus station
    Avoca Information Centre/Sunraysia Hwy
    ID 18001
    65 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Ararat to Avoca by bus

To get from Ararat to Avoca in Melbourne, take the COACH bus from Ararat Railway Station/High St station to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station. Next, take the BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station to Avoca Information Centre/Sunraysia Hwy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 44 min. The ride fare is A$15.82. The bus and train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Avoca on the Moovit app.

284minA$15.82
Bus - COACH
COACH
Bus - BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
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
    71 min
  • 4
    Bus - BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGHBENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
    Wait for bus
    BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
    Ballarat
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Avoca Information Centre/Sunraysia Hwy
    Ride to bus station
    Avoca Information Centre/Sunraysia Hwy
    ID 18001
    65 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Avoca

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Avoca, Melbourne is approximately 167.73 km, which can typically be travelled in 207 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Avoca 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 Avoca

To check the bus and train timetable from Ararat to Avoca using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ararat) and destination (Avoca), 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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From Ararat to Avoca by bus

To get from Ararat to Avoca in Melbourne, take the COACH bus from Ararat Railway Station/High St station to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station. Next, take the BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station to Avoca Information Centre/Sunraysia Hwy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 44 min. The ride fare is A$15.82. The bus and train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Avoca on the Moovit app.

284minA$15.82
Bus - COACH
COACH
Bus - BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
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
    71 min
  • 4
    Bus - BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGHBENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
    Wait for bus
    BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
    Ballarat
  • 5
    Ride to bus station Avoca Information Centre/Sunraysia Hwy
    Ride to bus station
    Avoca Information Centre/Sunraysia Hwy
    ID 18001
    65 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 207 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Bus line BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ararat to Avoca?

    The alternative route takes 284 minutes, using Bus line COACH, Bus line BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 27 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Ararat and Avoca in Melbourne by train and bus is about 3 hr 27 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Ballarat Station/Lydiard St stop, which is closest to Avoca in Melbourne.

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