How to get from Ballarat Central to Olinda by bus and train?

From Ballarat Central to Olinda by bus and train

To get from Ballarat Central to Olinda in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from Ballarat Station station to Southern Cross station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BELGRAVE train and finally take the 688 bus from Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy (Upper Ferntree Gully) station to Parsons Lane/Monash Ave (Olinda) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 11 min. The ride fare is A$13.84.

191minA$13.84
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Train - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Bus - 688
688
Walk to Olinda
Leaves from Ballarat Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballarat Station
    510 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    85 min
  • 4
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    Belgrave
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Upper Ferntree Gully
    63 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy (Upper Ferntree Gully)
    ID 18863
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 688688
    Wait for bus
    688
    Croydon
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Parsons Lane/Monash Ave (Olinda)
    ID 8911
    22 min
  • 9
    Walk to Olinda
    Walk to
    Olinda
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ballarat Central to Olinda

The distance between Ballarat Central, Melbourne and Olinda, Melbourne is approximately 164.01 km, which can typically be travelled in 191 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ballarat Central to Olinda 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 Ballarat Central

Ballarat Central is located at Ballarat Central, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is St Andrews Church/Sturt St (Ballarat Central).

Train stations close to Ballarat Central:

  • Ballarat Station
  • Wendouree

Bus stations close to Ballarat Central:

  • St Andrews Church/Sturt St (Ballarat Central)
  • St Patricks Cathedral/Sturt St (Ballarat Central)
  • Doveton St/Sturt St (Ballarat Central)

Public transport stations close to Olinda, Melbourne

Olinda is located at Olinda, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Parsons Lane/Monash Ave (Olinda).

Bus stations close to Olinda:

  • Parsons Lane/Monash Ave (Olinda)
  • Cuckoo Restaurant/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Olinda)
  • Olinda Hall/Olinda-Monbulk Rd (Olinda)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat Central to Olinda?

    The fastest way takes 191 minutes, using Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON, Bus line BELGRAVE, Bus line 688.

  • Is there a direct train between Ballarat Central and Olinda in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 11 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ballarat Central to Olinda in Melbourne?

    The BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train line goes from Ballarat Station station near Ballarat Central to Melbourne station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Melbourne station near Olinda in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Ballarat Central to Olinda in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Ballarat Central and Olinda in Melbourne by train and bus is about 3 hr 11 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ballarat Central to get to Olinda in Melbourne?

    Get on the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from the Ballarat Station station near Ballarat Central in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ballarat Central and Olinda in Melbourne?

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

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Ballarat Central to Olinda?

    The ride from Ballarat Central to Olinda costs A$13.84.

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