How to get from Ballan to Colac by train?

From Ballan to Colac by train

To get from Ballan to Colac in Melbourne, take the BALLARAT train from Ballan Railway Station station to Footscray Station station. Next, take the GEELONG train from Footscray Station station to Colac Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 19 min. The train schedule from Ballan may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Colac on the Moovit app.

199min
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Walk to Colac
Leaves from Ballan Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballan Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BLN
    850 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Station
    ID 22240
    61 min
  • 4
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Warrnambool
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Colac Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:COL
    112 min
  • 6
    Walk to Colac
    Walk to
    Colac
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ballan to Colac

The distance between Ballan, Melbourne and Colac, Melbourne is approximately 222.24 km, which can typically be travelled in 199 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ballan to Colac by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Ballan to Colac

To check the train schedule from Ballan to Colac using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ballan) and destination (Colac), 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ballan to Colac?

    The fastest way takes 199 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Train line GEELONG.

  • Is there a direct train between Ballan and Colac in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 19 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ballan to Colac in Melbourne?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Ballan to Colac in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Ballan and Colac in Melbourne by train is about 3 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ballan to get to Colac in Melbourne?

    Get on the BALLARAT train from the Ballan Railway Station station near Ballan in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ballan and Colac in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross station, which is closest to Colac in Melbourne.

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