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

From Ararat to Hamilton by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Hamilton in Melbourne, take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Ballarat Railway Station station. Next, take the COACH bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station to Hamilton Station/Station St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 53 min. The bus and train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Hamilton on the Moovit app.

293min
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Bus - COACH
COACH
Leaves from Ararat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ararat
  • 2
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BAT-V
    64 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballarat Station/Lydiard St
    ID 82
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Hamilton Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Hamilton Station/Station St
    Ride to bus station
    Hamilton Station/Station St
    ID 17753
    140 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Hamilton

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Hamilton, Melbourne is approximately 270.77 km, which can typically be travelled in 293 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Hamilton 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 schedule from Ararat to Hamilton

To check the bus and train schedule from Ararat to Hamilton using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ararat) and destination (Hamilton), 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 trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 293 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Bus line COACH.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 53 min.

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

    The BALLARAT train line goes from Southern Cross station near Ararat to Ballarat Railway Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ballarat Railway Station station near Hamilton in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Ararat and Hamilton in Melbourne by train and bus is about 4 hr 53 min.

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

    Get on the BALLARAT train from the Southern Cross station near Ararat in Melbourne.

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

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

  • When is the first bus from Ararat to Hamilton in Melbourne?

    The first bus from Ararat to Hamilton in Melbourne is Warrnambool - Melbourne Via Ararat & Hamilton. It leaves the Ararat Railway Station/High St stop at 03:00.

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