How to get from Cranbourne East to Ballarat Central by bus and train?

From Cranbourne East to Ballarat Central by bus and train

To get from Cranbourne East to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 897 bus from Clyde-Five Ways Rd/Berwick-Cranbourne Rd (Clyde) station to Cranbourne Station/Station St (Cranbourne) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CRANBOURNE train and finally take the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from Southern Cross station to Ballarat Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 45 min. The ride fare is A$13.84.

225minA$13.84
Walk to bus stationBus - 897
897
Train - CRANBOURNE
CRANBOURNE
Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from Clyde-Five Ways Rd/Berwick-Cranbourne Rd (Clyde)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clyde-Five Ways Rd/Berwick-Cranbourne Rd (Clyde)
    ID 38682
    1.96 km • 26 min
  • 2
    Bus - 897897
    Wait for bus
    897
    Lynbrook Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cranbourne Station/Station St (Cranbourne)
    ID 51331
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cranbourne
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - CRANBOURNECRANBOURNE
    Wait for train
    CRANBOURNE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    62 min
  • 7
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Ballarat
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    91 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 Cranbourne East to Ballarat Central

The distance between Cranbourne East, Melbourne and Ballarat Central, Melbourne is approximately 168.32 km, which can typically be travelled in 225 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cranbourne East 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 Cranbourne East

Cranbourne East is located at Cranbourne East, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Plymouth Bvd/Berwick-Cranbourne Rd (Clyde North).

Train stations close to Cranbourne East:

  • Cranbourne

Bus stations close to Cranbourne East:

  • Plymouth Bvd/Berwick-Cranbourne Rd (Clyde North)
  • Hilltop Park/Heather Gr (Clyde North)
  • Torney St/Linsell Bvd (Cranbourne East)

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 Cranbourne East to Ballarat Central?

    The fastest way takes 225 minutes, using Bus line 897, Bus line CRANBOURNE, Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cranbourne East 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 45 min.

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

    The 897 bus line goes from Clyde-Five Ways Rd/Berwick-Cranbourne Rd (Clyde) station near Cranbourne East to Lynbrook Station station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Lynbrook Station station near Ballarat Central in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Cranbourne East and Ballarat Central in Melbourne by bus and train is about 3 hr 45 min.

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

    Get on the 897 bus from the Clyde-Five Ways Rd/Berwick-Cranbourne Rd (Clyde) stop near Cranbourne East in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Lynbrook Station station, which is closest to Ballarat Central in Melbourne.

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

    The ride from Cranbourne East to Ballarat Central costs A$13.84.

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