How to get from Ballan to Kaniva by bus and train?

From Ballan to Kaniva by bus and train

To get from Ballan to Kaniva in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Ballan station to Ararat station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARAT bus and finally take the ADELAIDE - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO & NHILL bus from Coach Terminal/24 Roberts Ave (Horsham) station to Kaniva Community Roadhouse/Western Hwy (Kaniva) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 27 min. The ride fare is A$15.82.

327minA$15.82
Walk to train stationTrain - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Bus - NHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARAT
NHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARAT
Bus - ADELAIDE - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO & NHILL
ADELAIDE - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO & NHILL
Leaves from Ballan

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballan
    800 m • 11 min
  • 2
    Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Ararat
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ararat
    86 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ararat Railway Station (Ararat)
    ID 17799
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - NHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARATNHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARAT
    Wait for bus
    NHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARAT
    Nhill
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Coach Terminal/24 Roberts Ave (Horsham)
    ID 17827
    103 min
  • 7
    Bus - ADELAIDE - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO & NHILLADELAIDE - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO & NHILL
    Wait for bus
    ADELAIDE - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO & NHILL
    Adelaide
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Kaniva Community Roadhouse/Western Hwy (Kaniva)
    Ride to bus station
    Kaniva Community Roadhouse/Western Hwy (Kaniva)
    ID 17836
    90 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ballan to Kaniva

The distance between Ballan, Melbourne and Kaniva, Melbourne is approximately 373.53 km, which can typically be travelled in 327 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ballan to Kaniva 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 Ballan

Ballan is located at Ballan, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Ballan Railway Station (Ballan).

Train stations close to Ballan:

  • Ballan

Bus stations close to Ballan:

  • Ballan Railway Station (Ballan)
  • Ballan Station/Atkinson St (Ballan)

Public transport stations close to Kaniva, Melbourne

Kaniva is located at Kaniva, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Kaniva Community Roadhouse/Western Hwy (Kaniva).

Bus stations close to Kaniva:

  • Kaniva Community Roadhouse/Western Hwy (Kaniva)

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ballan to Kaniva?

    The fastest way takes 327 minutes, using Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT, Bus line NHILL - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & ARARAT, Bus line ADELAIDE - MELBOURNE VIA BENDIGO & NHILL.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 27 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ballan to Kaniva in Melbourne?

    The ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train line goes from Ballan station near Ballan to Ararat station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Ararat station near Kaniva in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Ballan and Kaniva in Melbourne by train and bus is about 5 hr 27 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Ararat stop, which is closest to Kaniva in Melbourne.

  • How much is the train fare from Ballan to Kaniva?

    The ride from Ballan to Kaniva costs A$15.82.