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

By bus and train

To get from Kilsyth to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 679 bus from Liverpool Rd/Canterbury Rd (Kilsyth South) station to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LILYDALE train and finally take the BALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City) station to Ballarat Railway Station (Ballarat Central) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 13 min. The ride fare is A$13.84.

253minA$13.84
Walk to bus stationBus - 679
679
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Bus - BALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from Liverpool Rd/Canterbury Rd (Kilsyth South)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Liverpool Rd/Canterbury Rd (Kilsyth South)
    ID 12043
    1.84 km • 24 min
  • 2
    Bus - 679679
    Wait for bus
    679
    Ringwood
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood)
    ID 21005
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ringwood
    160 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    53 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City)
    ID 20836
    260 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Bus - BALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for bus
    BALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Ballarat
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ballarat Railway Station (Ballarat Central)
    ID 20293
    83 min
  • 10
    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 Kilsyth to Ballarat Central

The distance between Kilsyth, Melbourne and Ballarat Central, Melbourne is approximately 156.56 km, which can typically be travelled in 253 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kilsyth 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 Kilsyth

Kilsyth is located at Kilsyth, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Amelia Ct/Hawthory Rd (Kilsyth).

Train stations close to Kilsyth:

  • Croydon
  • Mooroolbark

Bus stations close to Kilsyth:

  • Amelia Ct/Hawthory Rd (Kilsyth)
  • Hawthory Rd/Mt Dandenong Rd (Kilsyth)
  • Russo Pl/Mt Dandenong Rd (Kilsyth)

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)

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 253 minutes, using Bus line 679, Bus line LILYDALE, Bus line BALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 13 min.

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

    The 679 bus line goes from Liverpool Rd/Canterbury Rd (Kilsyth South) station near Kilsyth to Ringwood station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Ringwood station near Ballarat Central in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Kilsyth and Ballarat Central in Melbourne by bus and train is about 4 hr 13 min.

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

    Get on the 679 bus from the Liverpool Rd/Canterbury Rd (Kilsyth South) stop near Kilsyth in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Ringwood stop, which is closest to Ballarat Central in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Kilsyth to Ballarat Central?

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

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