How to get from Cockatoo to Ballarat Central by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Cockatoo to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 695 bus from Pakenham Rd/Mcbride St (Cockatoo) station to Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd (Belgrave) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BELGRAVE train and finally take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Southern Cross station to Ballarat Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 16 min. The ride fare is A$13.84.

196minA$13.84
Bus - 695
695
Train - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from Pakenham Rd/Mcbride St (Cockatoo)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Cockatoo
  • 2
    Bus - 695695
    Wait for bus
    695
    Belgrave
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd (Belgrave)
    ID 19582
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Belgrave
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    60 min
  • 7
    Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Ararat
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    88 min
  • 9
    Walk to Ballarat Central
    Walk to
    Ballarat Central
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Cockatoo to Ballarat Central

The distance between Cockatoo, Melbourne and Ballarat Central, Melbourne is approximately 175.93 km, which can typically be travelled in 196 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cockatoo to Ballarat Central by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Cockatoo

Cockatoo is located at Cockatoo, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Pakenham Rd/Mcbride St (Cockatoo).

Bus stations close to Cockatoo:

  • Pakenham Rd/Mcbride St (Cockatoo)
  • Amphlett Ave/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd (Cockatoo)
  • Baker St/Bailey Rd (Cockatoo)

Public transport stations close to Ballarat Central, Melbourne

Ballarat Central is located at Ballarat Central, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Mair St/Doveton St N (Ballarat Central).

Train stations close to Ballarat Central:

  • Ballarat Station
  • Wendouree

Bus stations close to Ballarat Central:

  • Mair St/Doveton St N (Ballarat Central)
  • Mair St/Midland Hwy (Ballarat Central)
  • Doveton St/Sturt St (Ballarat Central)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cockatoo to Ballarat Central?

    The fastest way takes 196 minutes, using Bus line 695, Bus line BELGRAVE, Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cockatoo and Ballarat Central in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 16 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cockatoo to Ballarat Central in Melbourne?

    The 695 bus line goes from Belgrave station near Cockatoo to Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd (Belgrave) station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd (Belgrave) station near Ballarat Central in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Cockatoo to Ballarat Central in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Cockatoo and Ballarat Central in Melbourne by bus and train is about 3 hr 16 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Cockatoo to get to Ballarat Central in Melbourne?

    Get on the 695 bus from the Belgrave stop near Cockatoo in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Cockatoo and Ballarat Central in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd (Belgrave) station, which is closest to Ballarat Central in Melbourne.

  • How much is the bus fare from Cockatoo to Ballarat Central?

    The ride from Cockatoo to Ballarat Central costs A$13.84.

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