How to get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central by train?
By train
To get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the MERNDA train from Flinders Street station to Southern Cross station. Next, take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Southern Cross station to Ballarat Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.
Step by Step
- 1Start from train stationMelbourne
- 2Wait for trainMERNDAMernda
- 3Ride to train stationSouthern Cross3 min
- 4Wait for trainARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATArarat
- 5Ride to train stationBallarat Station89 min
- 6Walk toBallarat Central510 m • 7 min
Alternative route by train via HURSTBRIDGE and ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
To get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the HURSTBRIDGE train from Flinders Street station to Southern Cross station. Next, take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Southern Cross station to Ballarat Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.
Step by Step
- 1Start from train stationMelbourne
- 2Wait for trainHURSTBRIDGECity (Flinders Street)
- 3Ride to train stationSouthern Cross3 min
- 4Wait for trainARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATArarat
- 5Ride to train stationBallarat Station89 min
- 6Walk toBallarat Central510 m • 7 min
Public transport directions from Melbourne to Ballarat Central
Public transport stations close to Melbourne
Melbourne is located at Melbourne, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City).
Train stations close to Melbourne:
- Flinders Street
Bus stations close to Melbourne:
- Flinders St/Queens Bridge St (Melbourne City)
- Banana Alley Vaults/Flinders St (Melbourne City)
- Market St/Flinders St (Melbourne City)
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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- Melbourne Airport to Ballarat Central
Alternative route by train via HURSTBRIDGE and ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
To get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the HURSTBRIDGE train from Flinders Street station to Southern Cross station. Next, take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Southern Cross station to Ballarat Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 44 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.
Step by Step
- 1Start from train stationMelbourne
- 2Wait for trainHURSTBRIDGECity (Flinders Street)
- 3Ride to train stationSouthern Cross3 min
- 4Wait for trainARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATArarat
- 5Ride to train stationBallarat Station89 min
- 6Walk toBallarat Central510 m • 7 min
Questions & Answers
What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central?
The fastest way takes 104 minutes, using Bus line MERNDA, Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT.
What is the alternative route to get from Melbourne to Ballarat Central?
The alternative route takes 104 minutes, using Bus line HURSTBRIDGE, Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT.
Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Ballarat Central in Melbourne?
No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 44 min.
Which train line goes from Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne?
The MERNDA train line goes from Mernda station near Melbourne to Southern Cross station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Southern Cross station near Ballarat Central in Melbourne
How long does it take to travel from Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne by train?
The total travel time between Melbourne and Ballarat Central in Melbourne by train is about 1 hr 44 min.
Where do I get on the train near Melbourne to get to Ballarat Central in Melbourne?
Get on the MERNDA train from the Mernda station near Melbourne in Melbourne.
Where do I get off the train when travelling between Melbourne and Ballarat Central in Melbourne?
Get off the train at the Southern Cross station, which is closest to Ballarat Central in Melbourne.
When is the first bus from Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne?
The first bus from Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne is Ballarat - Melbourne Via Melton. It leaves the Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City) stop at 06:46.
How much is the train fare from Melbourne to Ballarat Central?
The ride from Melbourne to Ballarat Central costs A$8.54.