How to get from South Melbourne to Ballarat Central by train and tram?

From South Melbourne to Ballarat Central by train and tram

To get from South Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the 109 tram from 126-Montague St/Light Rail (South Melbourne) station to 1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station. Next, 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 1 hr 48 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

108minA$8.54
Tram - 109
109
Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from 126-Montague St/Light Rail (South Melbourne)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    South Melbourne
  • 2
    Tram - 109109
    Wait for tram
    109
    Box Hill
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17906
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    200 m • 3 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
    83 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ballarat Central
    Walk to
    Ballarat Central
    510 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From South Melbourne to Ballarat Central by bus and train

To get from South Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the 235 bus from Montague St/Normanby Rd (South Melbourne) station to Southern Cross Station/Spencer St (Melbourne City) station. Next, 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 1 hr 58 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

118minA$8.54
Walk to bus stationBus - 235
235
Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from Montague St/Normanby Rd (South Melbourne)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Montague St/Normanby Rd (South Melbourne)
    ID 40255
    230 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 235235
    Wait for bus
    235
    City (Queen Victoria Market)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Southern Cross Station/Spencer St (Melbourne City)
    ID 27744
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    170 m • 3 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
    83 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 South Melbourne to Ballarat Central

The distance between South Melbourne, Melbourne and Ballarat Central, Melbourne is approximately 116.24 km, which can typically be travelled in 108 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Melbourne to Ballarat Central by train and tram, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to South Melbourne

South Melbourne is located at South Melbourne, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Raglan St/Crockford St (Port Melbourne).

Bus stations close to South Melbourne:

  • Raglan St/Crockford St (Port Melbourne)
  • Montague St/City Rd (South Melbourne)
  • Ingles St/Normanby Rd (Port Melbourne)

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

From South Melbourne to Ballarat Central by bus and train

To get from South Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the 235 bus from Montague St/Normanby Rd (South Melbourne) station to Southern Cross Station/Spencer St (Melbourne City) station. Next, 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 1 hr 58 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

118minA$8.54
Walk to bus stationBus - 235
235
Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from Montague St/Normanby Rd (South Melbourne)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Montague St/Normanby Rd (South Melbourne)
    ID 40255
    230 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 235235
    Wait for bus
    235
    City (Queen Victoria Market)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Southern Cross Station/Spencer St (Melbourne City)
    ID 27744
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    170 m • 3 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
    83 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 South Melbourne to Ballarat Central?

    The fastest way takes 108 minutes, using Bus line 109, Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON.

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

    The alternative route takes 118 minutes, using Bus line 235, Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON.

  • Is there a direct tram between South Melbourne and Ballarat Central in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one tram line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 48 min.

  • Which tram line goes from South Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne?

    The 109 tram line goes from Box Hill station near South Melbourne to 1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till 1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station near Ballarat Central in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between South Melbourne and Ballarat Central in Melbourne by tram and train is about 1 hr 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the tram near South Melbourne to get to Ballarat Central in Melbourne?

    Get on the 109 tram from the Box Hill station near South Melbourne in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the tram at the 1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station, which is closest to Ballarat Central in Melbourne.

  • When is the first train from South Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne?

    The first train from South Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne is Ballarat-Wendouree - Melbourne via Melton. It leaves the Southern Cross station at 01:14.

  • How much is the tram fare from South Melbourne to Ballarat Central?

    The ride from South Melbourne to Ballarat Central costs A$8.54.

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