How to get from Ararat to Guildford by bus and train?

From Ararat to Guildford by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Guildford in Melbourne, take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Ararat station to Ballarat Station station. Next, take the MILDURA - BALLARAT VIA BENDIGO & SWAN HILL bus from Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central) station to Guildford General Store/Midland Hwy (Guildford) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 47 min. The ride fare is A$15.82.

167minA$15.82
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Bus - MILDURA - BALLARAT VIA BENDIGO & SWAN HILL
MILDURA - BALLARAT VIA BENDIGO & SWAN HILL
Leaves from Ararat

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ararat
  • 2
    Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    55 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central)
    ID 82
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - MILDURA - BALLARAT VIA BENDIGO & SWAN HILLMILDURA - BALLARAT VIA BENDIGO & SWAN HILL
    Wait for bus
    MILDURA - BALLARAT VIA BENDIGO & SWAN HILL
    Mildura
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Guildford General Store/Midland Hwy (Guildford)
    Ride to bus station
    Guildford General Store/Midland Hwy (Guildford)
    ID 17147
    65 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Guildford

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Guildford, Melbourne is approximately 162.49 km, which can typically be travelled in 167 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Guildford 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 Ararat

Ararat is located at Ararat, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Ymca/High St (Ararat).

Train stations close to Ararat:

  • Ararat

Bus stations close to Ararat:

  • Ymca/High St (Ararat)
  • Ararat Rsl/High St (Ararat)
  • Ararat Town Hall/Barkly St (Ararat)

Public transport stations close to Guildford, Melbourne

Guildford is located at Guildford, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Guildford General Store/Midland Hwy (Guildford).

Bus stations close to Guildford:

  • Guildford General Store/Midland Hwy (Guildford)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ararat to Guildford?

    The fastest way takes 167 minutes, using Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT, Bus line MILDURA - BALLARAT VIA BENDIGO & SWAN HILL.

  • Is there a direct train between Ararat and Guildford in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 47 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ararat to Guildford in Melbourne?

    The ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train line goes from Melbourne station near Ararat to Ballarat Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ballarat Station station near Guildford in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Ararat and Guildford in Melbourne by train and bus is about 2 hr 47 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ararat to get to Guildford in Melbourne?

    Get on the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from the Melbourne station near Ararat in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the Ballarat Station stop, which is closest to Guildford in Melbourne.

  • How much is the train fare from Ararat to Guildford?

    The ride from Ararat to Guildford costs A$15.82.