How to get from Ararat to Box Hill by train?

From Ararat to Box Hill by train

To get from Ararat to Box Hill in Melbourne, take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, take the LILYDALE train from Southern Cross Railway Station station to Box Hill Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 20 min. The train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Box Hill on the Moovit app.

200min
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Leaves from Ararat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ararat
  • 2
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    155 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    270 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale Via City Loop
  • 6
    Ride to train station Box Hill Railway Station
    Ride to train station
    Box Hill Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BOX
    33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Ararat to Box Hill by train and tram

To get from Ararat to Box Hill in Melbourne, take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, take the 109 tram from Spencer St/Collins St #1 station to Box Hill Central/Whitehorse Rd #58 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 50 min. The train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Box Hill on the Moovit app.

230min
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Tram - 109
109
Walk to Box Hill
Leaves from Ararat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ararat
  • 2
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    155 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    Spencer St/Collins St #1
    ID 17906
    360 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Tram - 109109
    Wait for tram
    109
    Box Hill
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    Box Hill Central/Whitehorse Rd #58
    ID 46878
    55 min
  • 7
    Walk to Box Hill
    Walk to
    Box Hill
    210 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Box Hill

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Box Hill, Melbourne is approximately 221.47 km, which can typically be travelled in 200 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Box Hill by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Ararat to Box Hill

To check the train schedule from Ararat to Box Hill using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ararat) and destination (Box Hill), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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From Ararat to Box Hill by train and tram

To get from Ararat to Box Hill in Melbourne, take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, take the 109 tram from Spencer St/Collins St #1 station to Box Hill Central/Whitehorse Rd #58 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 50 min. The train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Box Hill on the Moovit app.

230min
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Tram - 109
109
Walk to Box Hill
Leaves from Ararat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ararat
  • 2
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    155 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    Spencer St/Collins St #1
    ID 17906
    360 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Tram - 109109
    Wait for tram
    109
    Box Hill
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    Box Hill Central/Whitehorse Rd #58
    ID 46878
    55 min
  • 7
    Walk to Box Hill
    Walk to
    Box Hill
    210 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ararat to Box Hill?

    The fastest way takes 200 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Train line LILYDALE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ararat to Box Hill?

    The alternative route takes 230 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Tram line 109.

  • Is there a direct train between Ararat and Box Hill in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 20 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ararat to Box Hill in Melbourne?

    The BALLARAT train line goes from Southern Cross station near Ararat to Southern Cross Railway Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Southern Cross Railway Station station near Box Hill in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ararat to Box Hill in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Ararat and Box Hill in Melbourne by train is about 3 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ararat to get to Box Hill in Melbourne?

    Get on the BALLARAT train from the Southern Cross station near Ararat in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ararat and Box Hill in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross Railway Station station, which is closest to Box Hill in Melbourne.

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