How to get from Ballan to Kangaroo Ground by bus and train?

From Ballan to Kangaroo Ground by bus and train

To get from Ballan to Kangaroo Ground in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BALLARAT train from Ballan Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the HURSTBRIDGE train and finally take the 578 bus from Eltham Station/Main Rd station to Wyuna Rd/Eltham-Yarra Glen Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 180 min. The bus and train schedule from Ballan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Kangaroo Ground on the Moovit app.

180min
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - HURSTBRIDGE
HURSTBRIDGE
Bus - 578
578
Leaves from Ballan Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballan Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BLN
    850 m • 11 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
    71 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    240 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - HURSTBRIDGEHURSTBRIDGE
    Wait for train
    HURSTBRIDGE
    Hurstbridge Via City Loop
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Eltham Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:ELT
    51 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Eltham Station/Main Rd
    ID 21490
    100 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 578578
    Wait for bus
    578
    Warrandyte
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Wyuna Rd/Eltham-Yarra Glen Rd
    Ride to bus station
    Wyuna Rd/Eltham-Yarra Glen Rd
    ID 45545
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ballan to Kangaroo Ground

The distance between Ballan, Melbourne and Kangaroo Ground, Melbourne is approximately 113.9 km, which can typically be travelled in 180 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ballan to Kangaroo Ground 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 Ballan to Kangaroo Ground

To check the bus and train schedule from Ballan to Kangaroo Ground using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ballan) and destination (Kangaroo Ground), 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 Ballan to Kangaroo Ground?

    The fastest way takes 180 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Train line HURSTBRIDGE, Bus line 578.

  • Is there a direct train between Ballan and Kangaroo Ground in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 180 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ballan to Kangaroo Ground in Melbourne?

    The BALLARAT train line goes from Ballan Railway Station station near Ballan to Southern Cross station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Southern Cross station near Kangaroo Ground in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ballan to Kangaroo Ground in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ballan and Kangaroo Ground in Melbourne by train and bus is about 180 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ballan to get to Kangaroo Ground in Melbourne?

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

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ballan and Kangaroo Ground in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross stop, which is closest to Kangaroo Ground in Melbourne.

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