How to get from Ararat to Lake Rowan by bus and train?

From Ararat to Lake Rowan by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Lake Rowan in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Ararat station to Southern Cross station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MELBOURNE - ALBURY VIA SEYMOUR bus and finally take the MELBOURNE - MULWALA VIA BENALLA & SEYMOUR bus from Benalla Railway Station (Benalla) station to St James Rd/Devenish Rd (Saint James) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 9 hr 50 min. The ride fare is A$25.62.

590minA$25.62
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Bus - MELBOURNE - ALBURY VIA SEYMOUR
MELBOURNE - ALBURY VIA SEYMOUR
Bus - MELBOURNE - MULWALA VIA BENALLA & SEYMOUR
MELBOURNE - MULWALA VIA BENALLA & SEYMOUR
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
    Southern Cross
    155 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City)
    ID 20836
    260 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - MELBOURNE - ALBURY VIA SEYMOURMELBOURNE - ALBURY VIA SEYMOUR
    Wait for bus
    MELBOURNE - ALBURY VIA SEYMOUR
    Albury
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Benalla Railway Station (Benalla)
    ID 20295
    157 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Benalla Railway Station (Benalla)
    ID 17234
    10 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - MELBOURNE - MULWALA VIA BENALLA & SEYMOURMELBOURNE - MULWALA VIA BENALLA & SEYMOUR
    Wait for bus
    MELBOURNE - MULWALA VIA BENALLA & SEYMOUR
    Mulwala
  • 9
    Ride to bus station St James Rd/Devenish Rd (Saint James)
    Ride to bus station
    St James Rd/Devenish Rd (Saint James)
    ID 17241
    22 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Lake Rowan

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Lake Rowan, Melbourne is approximately 429.16 km, which can typically be travelled in 590 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Lake Rowan 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 Lake Rowan, Melbourne

Lake Rowan is located at Lake Rowan, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is St James Rd/Devenish Rd (Saint James).

Bus stations close to Lake Rowan:

  • St James Rd/Devenish Rd (Saint James)

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ararat to Lake Rowan?

    The fastest way takes 590 minutes, using Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT, Bus line MELBOURNE - ALBURY VIA SEYMOUR, Bus line MELBOURNE - MULWALA VIA BENALLA & SEYMOUR.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 9 hr 50 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ararat to Lake Rowan in Melbourne?

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

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

    The total travel time between Ararat and Lake Rowan in Melbourne by train and bus is about 9 hr 50 min.

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

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

  • How much is the train fare from Ararat to Lake Rowan?

    The ride from Ararat to Lake Rowan costs A$25.62.