How to get from Spotswood to Ballarat Central by train?

From Spotswood to Ballarat Central by train

To get from Spotswood to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the WILLIAMSTOWN train from Spotswood station to Footscray station. Next, take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Footscray 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
Train - WILLIAMSTOWN
WILLIAMSTOWN
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from Spotswood

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Spotswood
  • 2
    Train - WILLIAMSTOWNWILLIAMSTOWN
    Wait for train
    WILLIAMSTOWN
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray
    6 min
  • 4
    Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Ararat
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    81 min
  • 6
    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 Spotswood to Ballarat Central

The distance between Spotswood, Melbourne and Ballarat Central, Melbourne is approximately 112.47 km, which can typically be travelled in 108 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Spotswood to Ballarat Central by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Spotswood

Spotswood is located at Spotswood, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Spotswood.

Train stations close to Spotswood:

  • Spotswood
  • Newport
  • Seddon

Bus stations close to Spotswood:

  • Hudsons Rd/Melbourne Rd (Spotswood)
  • Mclister St/Melbourne Rd (Spotswood)
  • Birmingham St/Melbourne Rd (Spotswood)

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 Spotswood to Ballarat Central?

    The fastest way takes 108 minutes, using Bus line WILLIAMSTOWN, Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT.

  • Is there a direct train between Spotswood and Ballarat Central in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 48 min.

  • Which train line goes from Spotswood to Ballarat Central in Melbourne?

    The WILLIAMSTOWN train line goes from City (Flinders Street) station near Spotswood 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 Spotswood to Ballarat Central in Melbourne by train?

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

  • Where do I get on the train near Spotswood to get to Ballarat Central in Melbourne?

    Get on the WILLIAMSTOWN train from the City (Flinders Street) station near Spotswood in Melbourne.

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

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

  • How much is the train fare from Spotswood to Ballarat Central?

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

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