How to get from West Melbourne to Ballarat Central by train?

From West Melbourne to Ballarat Central by train

To get from West Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the WERRIBEE train from North Melbourne 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 41 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

101minA$8.54
Train - WERRIBEE
WERRIBEE
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from North Melbourne

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    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    West Melbourne
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    Train - WERRIBEEWERRIBEE
    Wait for train
    WERRIBEE
    Werribee
  • 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

Alternative route from West Melbourne to Ballarat Central by train via SUNBURY and ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT

To get from West Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the SUNBURY train from North Melbourne 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 45 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

105minA$8.54
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from North Melbourne

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  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    West Melbourne
  • 2
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Sunbury
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray
    4 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 West Melbourne to Ballarat Central

The distance between West Melbourne, Melbourne and Ballarat Central, Melbourne is approximately 112.65 km, which can typically be travelled in 101 min. Moovit will show you the directions from West Melbourne 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 West Melbourne

West Melbourne is located at West Melbourne, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is North Melbourne Station/Dryburgh St (West Melbourne).

Bus stations close to West Melbourne:

  • North Melbourne Station/Dryburgh St (West Melbourne)
  • Stawell St/Dynon Rd (West Melbourne)
  • Dryburgh St/Spencer St (West 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

Alternative route from West Melbourne to Ballarat Central by train via SUNBURY and ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT

To get from West Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne, take the SUNBURY train from North Melbourne 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 45 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

105minA$8.54
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Walk to Ballarat Central
Leaves from North Melbourne

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    West Melbourne
  • 2
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Sunbury
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray
    4 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

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from West Melbourne to Ballarat Central?

    The fastest way takes 101 minutes, using Bus line WERRIBEE, Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT.

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

    The alternative route takes 105 minutes, using Bus line SUNBURY, Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 41 min.

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

    The WERRIBEE train line goes from Werribee station near West Melbourne 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 West Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between West Melbourne and Ballarat Central in Melbourne by train is about 1 hr 41 min.

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

    Get on the WERRIBEE train from the Werribee station near West Melbourne in Melbourne.

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

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

  • When is the first bus from West Melbourne to Ballarat Central in Melbourne?

    The first bus from West 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 West Melbourne to Ballarat Central?

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

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