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

From Ararat to Lancaster by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Lancaster in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the COACH bus and finally take the COACH bus from Morrissey St/Waverley Ave station to Lancaster-Mooroopna Rd/Byrneside-Kyabram Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 6 hr 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Lancaster on the Moovit app.

410min
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Bus - COACH
COACH
Bus - COACH
COACH
Walk to Lancaster
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
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    155 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
    ID 20836
    470 m • 7 min
  • 5
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Barmah
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Morrissey St/Waverley Ave
    ID 20889
    195 min
  • 7
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Moama (Nsw)
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lancaster-Mooroopna Rd/Byrneside-Kyabram Rd
    ID 39020
    10 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lancaster
    Walk to
    Lancaster
    50 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Lancaster

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Lancaster, Melbourne is approximately 434.76 km, which can typically be travelled in 410 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Lancaster 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 Lancaster

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

    The fastest way takes 410 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Bus line COACH, Bus line COACH.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 6 hr 50 min.

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

    The BALLARAT train line goes from Southern Cross station near Ararat to Southern Cross Railway Station station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Southern Cross Railway Station station near Lancaster in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Ararat and Lancaster in Melbourne by train and bus is about 6 hr 50 min.

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

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross Railway Station stop, which is closest to Lancaster in Melbourne.

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