How to get from Ararat to Smythesdale by bus and train?

From Ararat to Smythesdale by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Smythesdale in Melbourne, take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Ararat station to Ballarat Station station. Next, take the MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON bus from Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central) station to Loader St/Glenelg Hwy (Smythesdale) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 4 min. The ride fare is A$15.82.

184minA$15.82
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Bus - MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON
MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON
Leaves from Ararat

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Ararat
  • 2
    Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    56 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central)
    ID 82
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTONMT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON
    Wait for bus
    MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON
    Mt Gambier
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Loader St/Glenelg Hwy (Smythesdale)
    Ride to bus station
    Loader St/Glenelg Hwy (Smythesdale)
    ID 17774
    22 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Smythesdale

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Smythesdale, Melbourne is approximately 112.04 km, which can typically be travelled in 184 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Smythesdale 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 Ararat

Ararat is located at Ararat, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Ymca/High St (Ararat).

Train stations close to Ararat:

  • Ararat

Bus stations close to Ararat:

  • Ymca/High St (Ararat)
  • Ararat Rsl/High St (Ararat)
  • Ararat Town Hall/Barkly St (Ararat)

Public transport stations close to Smythesdale, Melbourne

Smythesdale is located at Smythesdale, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Loader St/Glenelg Hwy (Smythesdale).

Bus stations close to Smythesdale:

  • Loader St/Glenelg Hwy (Smythesdale)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ararat to Smythesdale?

    The fastest way takes 184 minutes, using Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT, Bus line MT GAMBIER - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT & HAMILTON.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 4 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ararat to Smythesdale in Melbourne?

    The ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train line goes from Melbourne station near Ararat to Ballarat Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Ballarat Station station near Smythesdale in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Ararat and Smythesdale in Melbourne by train and bus is about 3 hr 4 min.

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

    Get on the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from the Melbourne station near Ararat in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the Ballarat Station stop, which is closest to Smythesdale in Melbourne.

  • How much is the train fare from Ararat to Smythesdale?

    The ride from Ararat to Smythesdale costs A$15.82.