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How to get from Ballarat Central to Dixons Creek by bus and train?

From Ballarat Central to Dixons Creek by bus and train

To get from Ballarat Central 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 Ballarat Station 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 50 min. The ride fare is A$13.84.

230minA$13.84
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Bus - 685
685
Leaves from Ballarat Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballarat Station
    510 m • 7 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
    85 min
  • 4
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 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
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ballarat Central to Dixons Creek

The distance between Ballarat Central, Melbourne and Dixons Creek, Melbourne is approximately 173.97 km, which can typically be travelled in 230 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ballarat Central 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 Ballarat Central

Ballarat Central is located at Ballarat Central, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Central Square Sc/Sturt St (Ballarat Central).

Train stations close to Ballarat Central:

  • Ballarat Station
  • Wendouree

Bus stations close to Ballarat Central:

  • Central Square Sc/Sturt St (Ballarat Central)
  • Armstrong St/Sturt St (Ballarat Central)
  • Old Fire Station/Sturt St (Ballarat Central)

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)

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 230 minutes, using Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON, Bus line LILYDALE, Bus line 685.

  • Is there a direct train between Ballarat Central 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 50 min.

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

    The BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train line goes from Ballarat Station station near Ballarat Central 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 Ballarat Central to Dixons Creek in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ballarat Central and Dixons Creek in Melbourne by train and bus is about 3 hr 50 min.

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

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ballarat Central 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 Ballarat Central to Dixons Creek?

    The ride from Ballarat Central to Dixons Creek costs A$13.84.

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