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

From Ballarat Central to Research by bus and train

To get from Ballarat Central to Research in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train from Ballarat Station station to Southern Cross station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 906 bus and finally take the 579 bus from Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) station to Post Office/Main Rd (Research) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 12 min. The ride fare is A$18.20. The bus and train schedule from Ballarat Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Research on the Moovit app.

192minA$18.20
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Bus - 906
906
Bus - 579
579
Leaves from Ballarat Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballarat Station
    520 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
    87 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    King St/Lonsdale St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19549
    560 m • 8 min
  • 5
    Bus - 906906
    Wait for bus
    906
    Warrandyte
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte)
    ID 4041
    55 min
  • 7
    Bus - 579579
    Wait for bus
    579
    Eltham
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Post Office/Main Rd (Research)
    Ride to bus station
    Post Office/Main Rd (Research)
    ID 7816
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Ballarat Central to Research by bus and train via MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT, 906 and 579

To get from Ballarat Central to Research in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT train from Ballarat Station station to Southern Cross station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 906 bus and finally take the 579 bus from Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) station to Post Office/Main Rd (Research) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 37 min. The ride fare is A$26.60. The bus and train schedule from Ballarat Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Research on the Moovit app.

217minA$26.60
Walk to train stationTrain - MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT
MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT
Bus - 906
906
Bus - 579
579
Leaves from Ballarat Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballarat Station
    520 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARATMELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    92 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    King St/Lonsdale St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19549
    560 m • 8 min
  • 5
    Bus - 906906
    Wait for bus
    906
    Warrandyte
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte)
    ID 4041
    55 min
  • 7
    Bus - 579579
    Wait for bus
    579
    Eltham
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Post Office/Main Rd (Research)
    Ride to bus station
    Post Office/Main Rd (Research)
    ID 7816
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ballarat Central to Research

The distance between Ballarat Central, Melbourne and Research, Melbourne is approximately 156.12 km, which can typically be travelled in 192 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ballarat Central to Research 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 Ballarat Central to Research

To check the bus and train timetable from Ballarat Central to Research using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ballarat Central) and destination (Research), 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.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Ballarat Central to Research by bus and train via MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT, 906 and 579

To get from Ballarat Central to Research in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT train from Ballarat Station station to Southern Cross station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 906 bus and finally take the 579 bus from Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte) station to Post Office/Main Rd (Research) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 37 min. The ride fare is A$26.60. The bus and train schedule from Ballarat Central may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Research on the Moovit app.

217minA$26.60
Walk to train stationTrain - MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT
MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT
Bus - 906
906
Bus - 579
579
Leaves from Ballarat Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballarat Station
    520 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARATMELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    92 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    King St/Lonsdale St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19549
    560 m • 8 min
  • 5
    Bus - 906906
    Wait for bus
    906
    Warrandyte
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Webb St/Yarra St (Warrandyte)
    ID 4041
    55 min
  • 7
    Bus - 579579
    Wait for bus
    579
    Eltham
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Post Office/Main Rd (Research)
    Ride to bus station
    Post Office/Main Rd (Research)
    ID 7816
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 192 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON, Bus line 906, Bus line 579.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ballarat Central to Research?

    The alternative route takes 217 minutes, using Train line MELBOURNE - MARYBOROUGH VIA BALLARAT, Bus line 906, Bus line 579.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 12 min.

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

    The BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train line goes from Ballarat Station near Ballarat Central to Southern Cross station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Southern Cross station near Research in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Ballarat Central and Research in Melbourne by train and bus is about 3 hr 12 min.

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

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

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

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

  • How much is the train fare from Ballarat Central to Research?

    The ride from Ballarat Central to Research costs A$18.20.

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