How to get from Ararat to Point Cook by train?

From Ararat to Point Cook by train

To get from Ararat to Point Cook in Melbourne, take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Footscray Station station. Next, take the WERRIBEE train from Footscray Station station to Williams Landing Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 17 min. The train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Point Cook on the Moovit app.

197min
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - WERRIBEE
WERRIBEE
Walk to Point Cook
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
    Footscray Station
    ID 22240
    145 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Footscray Station
    ID 26509
    220 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - WERRIBEEWERRIBEE
    Wait for train
    WERRIBEE
    Werribee Via Altona Loop
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Williams Landing Station
    ID vic:rail:WLD
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Point Cook
    Walk to
    Point Cook
    710 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Ararat to Point Cook by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Point Cook in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Deer Park Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GEELONG train and finally take the 151 bus from Tarneit Station station to Williams Landing Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 4 min. The train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Point Cook on the Moovit app.

184min
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Bus - 151
151
Walk to Point Cook
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
    Deer Park Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:DEK
    129 min
  • 4
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Waurn Ponds
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Tarneit Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:TNT
    9 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tarneit Station
    ID 50256
    290 m • 4 min
  • 7
    Bus - 151151
    Wait for bus
    151
    Williams Landing Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Williams Landing Station
    ID 46700
    22 min
  • 9
    Walk to Point Cook
    Walk to
    Point Cook
    1.11 km • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Point Cook

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Point Cook, Melbourne is approximately 219.76 km, which can typically be travelled in 197 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Point Cook by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Ararat to Point Cook

To check the train schedule from Ararat to Point Cook using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ararat) and destination (Point Cook), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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From Ararat to Point Cook by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Point Cook in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BALLARAT train from Ararat Railway Station station to Deer Park Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GEELONG train and finally take the 151 bus from Tarneit Station station to Williams Landing Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 4 min. The train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Point Cook on the Moovit app.

184min
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Bus - 151
151
Walk to Point Cook
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
    Deer Park Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:DEK
    129 min
  • 4
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Waurn Ponds
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Tarneit Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:TNT
    9 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Tarneit Station
    ID 50256
    290 m • 4 min
  • 7
    Bus - 151151
    Wait for bus
    151
    Williams Landing Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Williams Landing Station
    ID 46700
    22 min
  • 9
    Walk to Point Cook
    Walk to
    Point Cook
    1.11 km • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ararat to Point Cook?

    The fastest way takes 197 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Train line WERRIBEE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ararat to Point Cook?

    The alternative route takes 184 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Train line GEELONG, Bus line 151.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 17 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ararat to Point Cook in Melbourne?

    The BALLARAT train line goes from Footscray Station station near Ararat to Footscray Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Footscray Station station near Point Cook in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ararat to Point Cook in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Ararat and Point Cook in Melbourne by train is about 3 hr 17 min.

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

    Get on the BALLARAT train from the Footscray Station station near Ararat in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ararat and Point Cook in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Footscray Station station, which is closest to Point Cook in Melbourne.

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