How to get from Footscray to Ballarat by train?

From Footscray to Ballarat by train

Take one direct train from Footscray to Ballarat in Ballarat Central: take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Footscray station to Ballarat Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 32 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

92minA$8.54
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
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Leaves from Footscray

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Footscray
  • 2
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    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Ararat
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    81 min
  • 4
    Walk to Ballarat
    Walk to
    Ballarat
    610 m • 8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Footscray to Ballarat

The distance between Footscray, Ballarat Central and Ballarat, Ballarat Central is approximately 108.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 92 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Footscray to Ballarat by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ballarat Central – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Footscray

Footscray is located at Footscray, Ballarat Central and the nearest public transport station is 62-Nicholson St/Droop St (Footscray).

Bus stations close to Footscray:

  • Nicholson St/Paisley St (Footscray)
  • Hopkins St/Leeds St (Footscray)
  • Leeds St/Hopkins St (Footscray)

Public transport stations close to Ballarat, Ballarat Central

Ballarat is located at Ballarat, Ballarat Central and the nearest public transport station is Armstrong St/Sturt St (Ballarat Central).

Train stations close to Ballarat:

  • Ballarat Station
  • Wendouree

Bus stations close to Ballarat:

  • Armstrong St/Sturt St (Ballarat Central)
  • Central Square Sc/Sturt St (Ballarat Central)
  • Doveton St/Sturt St (Ballarat Central)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Footscray to Ballarat?

    The fastest way takes 92 minutes, using Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT.

  • Is there a direct train between Footscray and Ballarat?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Footscray in Footscray to Ballarat in Ballarat Central in 1 hr 32 min.

  • Which train line goes from Footscray to Ballarat?

    The ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train line goes from Ararat station near Footscray in Footscray to Ballarat Station station near Ballarat in Ballarat Central.

  • How long does it take to travel from Footscray to Ballarat by train?

    The total travel time between Footscray in Footscray and Ballarat in Ballarat Central by train is about 1 hr 32 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Footscray to get to Ballarat?

    Get on the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from the Ararat station near Footscray in Footscray.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Footscray and Ballarat?

    Get off the train at the Ballarat Station station, which is closest to Ballarat in Ballarat Central.

  • When is the last bus from Footscray to Ballarat?

    The last bus from Footscray in Footscray to Ballarat in Ballarat Central is the Ballarat - Melbourne Via Melton line. It leaves the Footscray stop at 09:04.

  • When is the first train from Footscray to Ballarat?

    The first train from Footscray in Footscray to Ballarat in Ballarat Central is Ballarat-Wendouree - Melbourne via Melton. It leaves the Footscray station at 00:22.

  • How much is the train fare from Footscray to Ballarat?

    The ride from Footscray to Ballarat costs A$8.54.

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