Ballarat to Frankston: Road Trip Guide & Distance

80.2 miles 129 km · straight line
103.6 miles actual route 166.7 km · driving distance
2h 11min estimated drive time
AUD 20 - AUD 24 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
120° ESE bearing direction

How far is Ballarat from Frankston?

The distance from Ballarat to Frankston is 80.2 miles (129 km) as the crow flies. Frankston is located ESE of Ballarat. By car, the driving distance is approximately 103.6 miles, taking about 2h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in Australia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ballarat and Frankston. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ballarat to Frankston

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 11min AUD 20 - AUD 24 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 37min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 4min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ballarat & Frankston

Quick Facts

Ballarat
37.57°S, 143.85°E
Australia/Melbourne
445m elevation
Frankston
38.14°S, 145.12°E
Australia/Melbourne
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 310.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM