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

From Ararat to Taradale by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Taradale in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Ararat station to Footscray station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURY train and finally take the 5 bus from Castlemaine Railway Station/Kennedy St (Castlemaine) station to Roderick St/High St (Taradale) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 7 hr 18 min. The ride fare is A$24.54.

438minA$24.54
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Train - MELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURY
MELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURY
Bus - 5
5
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
    Footscray
    142 min
  • 4
    Train - MELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURYMELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURY
    Wait for train
    MELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURY
    Bendigo
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Castlemaine
    78 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Castlemaine Railway Station/Kennedy St (Castlemaine)
    ID 35588
    10 m • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Taradale
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Roderick St/High St (Taradale)
    Ride to bus station
    Roderick St/High St (Taradale)
    ID 23254
    30 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Taradale

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Taradale, Melbourne is approximately 338.45 km, which can typically be travelled in 438 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Taradale 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 Taradale, Melbourne

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

Bus stations close to Taradale:

  • Roderick St/High St (Taradale)
  • Park/High St (Taradale)
  • Taradale Hall/De La Beche St (Taradale)

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 438 minutes, using Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT, Bus line MELBOURNE - BENDIGO VIA SUNBURY, Bus line 5.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 7 hr 18 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Ararat and Taradale in Melbourne by train and bus is about 7 hr 18 min.

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

    Get off the train at the Footscray stop, which is closest to Taradale in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Ararat to Taradale?

    The ride from Ararat to Taradale costs A$24.54.