How to get from Ararat to Emerald - Bal by bus and train?

Ararat to Emerald - Bal - Train Timetable

The BALLARAT train from Ararat to Emerald - Bal runs from 06:10 to 17:14, with departures every 2 hr 40 min-5 hr 35 min. The journey takes about 8 hr 43 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Ararat to Emerald - Bal by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Emerald - Bal in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BELGRAVE train and finally take the 695 bus from Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd station to Emerald Village/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 8 hr 43 min. The bus and train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Emerald - Bal on the Moovit app.

523min
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Bus - 695
695
Walk to Emerald - Bal
Leaves from Ararat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ararat Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:ART
    10 m • 1 min
  • 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
    156 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    220 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    Belgrave Via City Loop
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Belgrave Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BEG
    71 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd
    ID 19582
    120 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 695695
    Wait for bus
    695
    Gembrook
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Emerald Village/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd
    ID 13840
    14 min
  • 10
    Walk to Emerald - Bal
    Walk to
    Emerald - Bal
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Emerald - Bal

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Emerald - Bal, Melbourne is approximately 260.5 km, which can typically be travelled in 523 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Emerald - Bal by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Ararat to Emerald - Bal

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ararat to Emerald - Bal?

    The fastest way takes 523 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Train line BELGRAVE, Bus line 695.

  • Is there a direct train between Ararat and Emerald - Bal in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 8 hr 43 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ararat to Emerald - Bal in Melbourne?

    The BALLARAT train line goes from Ararat Railway Station near Ararat to Southern Cross Railway Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Southern Cross Railway Station near Emerald - Bal in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ararat to Emerald - Bal in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ararat and Emerald - Bal in Melbourne by train and bus is about 8 hr 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ararat to get to Emerald - Bal in Melbourne?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ararat and Emerald - Bal in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross Railway Station, which is closest to Emerald - Bal in Melbourne.

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