How to get from Ararat to Point Cook by bus and train?

From Ararat to Point Cook by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Point Cook in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the BALLARAT bus from Ararat Railway Station station to Caroline Springs Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BALLARAT train and finally take the WERRIBEE train from Footscray Station station to Williams Landing Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 35 min. The bus and train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Point Cook on the Moovit app.

215min
Bus - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - WERRIBEE
WERRIBEE
Walk to Point Cook
Leaves from Ararat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ararat
  • 2
    Bus - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for bus
    BALLARAT
    Caroline Springs Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Caroline Springs Railway Station
    ID 27538
    134 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Caroline Springs Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:RVH
    150 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    19 min
  • 7
    Train - WERRIBEEWERRIBEE
    Wait for train
    WERRIBEE
    Werribee Via Altona Loop
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Williams Landing Station
    ID vic:rail:WLD
    28 min
  • 9
    Walk to Point Cook
    Walk to
    Point Cook
    710 m • 9 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 213.76 km, which can typically be travelled in 215 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Point Cook 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 timetable from Ararat to Point Cook

To check the bus and train timetable 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 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 215 minutes, using Bus line BALLARAT, Train line BALLARAT, Train line WERRIBEE.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 35 min.

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

    The BALLARAT bus line goes from Caroline Springs Railway Station near Ararat to Caroline Springs Railway Station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Caroline Springs Railway Station near Point Cook in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Ararat and Point Cook in Melbourne by bus and train is about 3 hr 35 min.

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

    Get on the BALLARAT bus from the Caroline Springs Railway Station near Ararat in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Caroline Springs Railway Station, which is closest to Point Cook in Melbourne.

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