How to get from Ballan to Dixons Creek by bus and train?

From Ballan to Dixons Creek by bus and train

To get from Ballan to Dixons Creek in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from Ballan station to Southern Cross station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LILYDALE train and finally take the 685 bus from Lilydale Station/West William St (Lilydale) station to Tarrawarra Abbey/Healesville-Yarra Glen Rd (Tarrawarra) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 56 min. The ride fare is A$13.84.

236minA$13.84
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Bus - 685
685
Leaves from Ballan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballan
    800 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    66 min
  • 4
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale Via City Loop
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lilydale
    66 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Lilydale Station/West William St (Lilydale)
    ID 28195
    220 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 685685
    Wait for bus
    685
    Healesville
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Tarrawarra Abbey/Healesville-Yarra Glen Rd (Tarrawarra)
    Ride to bus station
    Tarrawarra Abbey/Healesville-Yarra Glen Rd (Tarrawarra)
    ID 7894
    25 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ballan to Dixons Creek

The distance between Ballan, Melbourne and Dixons Creek, Melbourne is approximately 140.97 km, which can typically be travelled in 236 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ballan to Dixons Creek 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 Ballan

Ballan is located at Ballan, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Ballan Station/Atkinson St (Ballan).

Train stations close to Ballan:

  • Ballan

Bus stations close to Ballan:

  • Ballan Station/Atkinson St (Ballan)
  • Ballan Railway Station (Ballan)

Public transport stations close to Dixons Creek, Melbourne

Dixons Creek is located at Dixons Creek, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Tarrawarra Abbey/Healesville-Yarra Glen Rd (Tarrawarra).

Bus stations close to Dixons Creek:

  • Tarrawarra Abbey/Healesville-Yarra Glen Rd (Tarrawarra)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ballan to Dixons Creek?

    The fastest way takes 236 minutes, using Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON, Bus line LILYDALE, Bus line 685.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 56 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ballan to Dixons Creek in Melbourne?

    The BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train line goes from Ballan station near Ballan to Melbourne station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Melbourne station near Dixons Creek in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Ballan to Dixons Creek in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ballan and Dixons Creek in Melbourne by train and bus is about 3 hr 56 min.

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

    Get on the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from the Ballan station near Ballan in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the Melbourne stop, which is closest to Dixons Creek in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Ballan to Dixons Creek?

    The ride from Ballan to Dixons Creek costs A$13.84.