How to get from The Basin to Ballarat Central by bus and train?

From The Basin to Ballarat Central by bus and train

To get from The Basin to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 755 bus from Mountain Hwy/Forest Rd (The Basin) station to Boronia Station/Erica Ave (Boronia) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BELGRAVE train and finally take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Southern Cross station to Ballarat Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 3 min. The ride fare is A$13.84.

183minA$13.84
Walk to bus stationBus - 755
755
Train - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from Mountain Hwy/Forest Rd (The Basin)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mountain Hwy/Forest Rd (The Basin)
    ID 15888
    890 m • 12 min
  • 2
    Bus - 755755
    Wait for bus
    755
    Knox City Sc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Boronia Station/Erica Ave (Boronia)
    ID 20996
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Boronia
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    47 min
  • 7
    Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Ararat
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    88 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 The Basin to Ballarat Central

The distance between The Basin, Melbourne and Ballarat Central, Melbourne is approximately 153.33 km, which can typically be travelled in 183 min. Moovit will show you the directions from The Basin 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 The Basin

The Basin is located at The Basin, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Opp 1390 Mountain Hwy (The Basin).

Train stations close to The Basin:

  • Boronia
  • Ferntree Gully

Bus stations close to The Basin:

  • Opp 1390 Mountain Hwy (The Basin)
  • 1403 Mountain Hwy (The Basin)
  • 1383 Mountain Hwy (The Basin)

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 The Basin to Ballarat Central?

    The fastest way takes 183 minutes, using Bus line 755, Bus line BELGRAVE, Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT.

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

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

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

    The 755 bus line goes from Mountain Hwy/Forest Rd (The Basin) station near The Basin to Knox City Sc station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Knox City Sc station near Ballarat Central in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between The Basin and Ballarat Central in Melbourne by bus and train is about 3 hr 3 min.

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

    Get on the 755 bus from the Mountain Hwy/Forest Rd (The Basin) stop near The Basin in Melbourne.

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

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

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

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

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