How to get from Research to Ballarat Central by bus?

From Research to Ballarat Central by bus

To get from Research to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 579 bus from Post Office/Main Rd (Research) station to Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 906 bus 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 2 hr 49 min. The ride fare is A$13.84.

169minA$13.84
Bus - 579
579
Bus - 906
906
Bus - BALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from Post Office/Main Rd (Research)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Research
  • 2
    Bus - 579579
    Wait for bus
    579
    Warrandyte
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte)
    ID 4407
    12 min
  • 4
    Bus - 906906
    Wait for bus
    906
    City (King/Lonsdale Sts)
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    King St/Lonsdale St (Melbourne City)
    ID 43718
    50 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City)
    ID 20836
    330 m • 5 min
  • 7
    Bus - BALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for bus
    BALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Ballarat
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ballarat Railway Station (Ballarat Central)
    ID 20293
    83 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 Research to Ballarat Central

The distance between Research, Melbourne and Ballarat Central, Melbourne is approximately 159.14 km, which can typically be travelled in 169 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Research to Ballarat Central by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Research

Research is located at Research, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Research Primary School/Main Rd (Research).

Train stations close to Research:

  • Eltham

Bus stations close to Research:

  • Research Primary School/Main Rd (Research)
  • Research Park/Main Rd (Research)
  • Beddoe St/Research-Warrandyte Rd (Research)

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 Research to Ballarat Central?

    The fastest way takes 169 minutes, using Bus line 579, Bus line 906, Bus line BALLARAT - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 49 min.

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

    The 579 bus line goes from Warrandyte station near Research to Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) station near Ballarat Central in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Research and Ballarat Central in Melbourne by bus is about 2 hr 49 min.

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

    Get on the 579 bus from the Warrandyte stop near Research in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) stop, which is closest to Ballarat Central in Melbourne.

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

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

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