How to get from Ararat Station to Geelong by bus and train?

From Ararat Station to Geelong by bus and train

To get from Ararat Station to Geelong in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Deer Park Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GEELONG train and finally take the 53 bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce station to Moorabool Street Bus Stops/Moorabool St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 5 min. The bus and train schedule from Ararat Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Geelong on the Moovit app.

185min
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Bus - 53
53
Walk to Geelong
Leaves from Ararat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ararat Station
    8 Birdwood Ave
  • 2
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Deer Park Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:DEK
    132 min
  • 4
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Waurn Ponds
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geelong Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:GEL
    45 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geelong Station/Railway Tce
    ID 45539
    110 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 5353
    Wait for bus
    53
    Torquay
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Moorabool Street Bus Stops/Moorabool St
    ID 45327
    2 min
  • 9
    Walk to Geelong
    Walk to
    Geelong
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat Station to Geelong

The distance between Ararat Station, Melbourne and Geelong, Melbourne is approximately 251.32 km, which can typically be travelled in 185 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat Station to Geelong 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 Station to Geelong

To check the bus and train timetable from Ararat Station to Geelong using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ararat Station) and destination (Geelong), 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 Station to Geelong?

    The fastest way takes 185 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Train line GEELONG, Bus line 53.

  • Is there a direct train between Ararat Station and Geelong?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 5 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ararat Station to Geelong?

    The BALLARAT train line goes from Deer Park Railway Station near Ararat Station in Ararat to Geelong Railway Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Geelong Railway Station near Geelong in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ararat Station to Geelong by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ararat Station in Ararat and Geelong in Melbourne by train and bus is about 3 hr 5 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ararat Station to get to Geelong?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ararat Station and Geelong?

    Get off the train at the Geelong Railway Station, which is closest to Geelong in Melbourne.

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