How to get from East Melbourne to Ballan by train?

From East Melbourne to Ballan by train

To get from East Melbourne to Ballan in Melbourne, take the SUNBURY train from State Library Railway Station station to Footscray Station station. Next, take the BALLARAT train from Footscray Station station to Ballan Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 38 min. The train schedule from East Melbourne may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Ballan on the Moovit app.

98min
Walk to train stationTrain - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Walk to Ballan
Leaves from State Library Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    State Library Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:STL
    1.2 km • 16 min
  • 2
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Sunbury
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    10 min
  • 4
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Wendouree
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballan Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BLN
    55 min
  • 6
    Walk to Ballan
    Walk to
    Ballan
    850 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from East Melbourne to Ballan

The distance between East Melbourne, Melbourne and Ballan, Melbourne is approximately 82.14 km, which can typically be travelled in 98 min. Moovit will show you the directions from East Melbourne to Ballan by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train timetable from East Melbourne to Ballan

To check the train timetable from East Melbourne to Ballan using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (East Melbourne) and destination (Ballan), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from East Melbourne to Ballan?

    The fastest way takes 98 minutes, using Train line SUNBURY, Train line BALLARAT.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 38 min.

  • Which train line goes from East Melbourne to Ballan in Melbourne?

    The SUNBURY train line goes from State Library Railway Station near East Melbourne to Footscray Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Footscray Station near Ballan in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from East Melbourne to Ballan in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between East Melbourne and Ballan in Melbourne by train is about 1 hr 38 min.

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

    Get on the SUNBURY train from the State Library Railway Station near East Melbourne in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the Footscray Station, which is closest to Ballan in Melbourne.

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