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

By bus and train

To get from Maidstone to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the 406 bus from Williamson Rd/Hampstead Rd (Maribyrnong) station to Footscray station. Next, take the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from Footscray station to Ballarat Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

106minA$8.54
Bus - 406
406
Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from Williamson Rd/Hampstead Rd (Maribyrnong)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Maidstone
  • 2
    Bus - 406406
    Wait for bus
    406
    Footscray
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Footscray
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Ballarat
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    75 min
  • 6
    Walk to Ballarat Central
    Walk to
    Ballarat Central
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 408 and BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON

To get from Maidstone to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the 408 bus from Williamson Rd/Hampstead Rd (Maribyrnong) station to Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine) station. Next, take the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from Sunshine station to Ballarat Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 33 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

153minA$8.54
Bus - 408
408
Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from Williamson Rd/Hampstead Rd (Maribyrnong)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Maidstone
  • 2
    Bus - 408408
    Wait for bus
    408
    St Albans Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine)
    ID 18749
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sunshine
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Ballarat
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    70 min
  • 7
    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 Maidstone to Ballarat Central

The distance between Maidstone, Melbourne and Ballarat Central, Melbourne is approximately 114.22 km, which can typically be travelled in 106 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Maidstone 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 Maidstone

Maidstone is located at Maidstone, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Williamson Rd/Hampstead Rd (Maribyrnong).

Bus stations close to Maidstone:

  • Williamson Rd/Hampstead Rd (Maribyrnong)
  • Hampstead Rd/Williamson Rd (Maidstone)
  • 16 Williamson Rd (Maribyrnong)

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

Alternative route by bus and train via 408 and BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON

To get from Maidstone to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the 408 bus from Williamson Rd/Hampstead Rd (Maribyrnong) station to Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine) station. Next, take the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from Sunshine station to Ballarat Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 33 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

153minA$8.54
Bus - 408
408
Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from Williamson Rd/Hampstead Rd (Maribyrnong)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Maidstone
  • 2
    Bus - 408408
    Wait for bus
    408
    St Albans Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine)
    ID 18749
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sunshine
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Ballarat
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    70 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ballarat Central
    Walk to
    Ballarat Central
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 106 minutes, using Bus line 406, Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Maidstone to Ballarat Central?

    The alternative route takes 153 minutes, using Bus line 408, Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 46 min.

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

    The 406 bus line goes from Footscray station near Maidstone to Footscray station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Footscray station near Ballarat Central in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Maidstone and Ballarat Central in Melbourne by bus and train is about 1 hr 46 min.

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

    Get on the 406 bus from the Footscray stop near Maidstone in Melbourne.

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

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

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

    The ride from Maidstone to Ballarat Central costs A$8.54.

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