Canberra to Ballarat by bus
Ballarat lies 536 km (333 mi) south-west of Canberra, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 9 h 52 min including stops, over roughly 654 km (406 mi) of road.
| Canberra | Ballarat | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Australia | Australia |
| Population | 367,752 | 111,973 |
| Elevation | 571 m (1,873 ft) | 445 m (1,460 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+10 (Australia/Sydney) | UTC+10 (Australia/Melbourne) |
| Postal codes | 2600–2601 | 3350–3353 |
Where to book buses from Canberra to Ballarat
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Common questions
How far is Ballarat from Canberra?
536 km (333 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Canberra; by road roughly 654 km (406 mi).
How long does it take to get from Canberra to Ballarat by bus?
About 9 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Canberra and Ballarat?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.