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

From Ballan to Orbost by bus and train

To get from Ballan to Orbost 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 TRARALGON train and finally take the COACH bus from Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St station to Nicholson St/Wolseley St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 10 min. The bus and train schedule from Ballan may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Orbost on the Moovit app.

430min
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - TRARALGON
TRARALGON
Bus - COACH
COACH
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
    70 min
  • 4
    Train - TRARALGONTRARALGON
    Wait for train
    TRARALGON
    Bairnsdale
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bairnsdale Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BDE
    249 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bairnsdale Railway Station/Macleod St
    ID 46442
    130 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Marlo
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Nicholson St/Wolseley St
    Ride to bus station
    Nicholson St/Wolseley St
    ID 20857
    87 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ballan to Orbost

The distance between Ballan, Melbourne and Orbost, Melbourne is approximately 449.95 km, which can typically be travelled in 430 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ballan to Orbost 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 Orbost

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

    The fastest way takes 430 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Train line TRARALGON, Bus line COACH.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 7 hr 10 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ballan to Orbost 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 Orbost in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Ballan and Orbost in Melbourne by train and bus is about 7 hr 10 min.

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

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

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