Ballarat to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ballarat from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia?

The distance from Ballarat to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia is 63.3 miles (101.8 km) as the crow flies. Melbourne, Victoria, Australia is located ESE of Ballarat. By car, the driving distance is approximately 71.8 miles, taking about 1h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. 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 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. 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.