What is the cheapest way to get from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs?

The fastest way to get from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs is to drive which takes 28 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Balaclava (Station) and Carrum Downs?

No, there is no direct bus from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs. However, there are services departing from Caulfield and arriving at Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Stud Park SC/Stud Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Balaclava (Station) and Carrum Downs?

No, there is no direct train from Balaclava (Station) station to Carrum Downs station. However, there are services departing from Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #38 and arriving at Kananook Station via Caulfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs?

The distance between Balaclava (Station) and Carrum Downs is 39 km. The road distance is 34.4 km.

How do I travel from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs without a car is to line 3 tram and train which takes 1h 25m and costs $18.

How long does it take to get from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs bus from?

Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Caulfield station.

Where do I catch the Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs train from?

Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #38.

Where does the Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs bus arrive?

Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Stud Park SC/Stud Rd station.

Where does the Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs train arrive?

Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Caulfield station.

Can I drive from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs is 34 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs.

Where can I stay near Carrum Downs?

There are 637+ hotels available in Carrum Downs.

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There are 5 ways to get from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Line 3 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #38 to Caulfieldtram 3
2. Take the train from Caulfield Station to Kananook Stationtrain Frankston
1h 25m
$18
Drive 34.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downscar 34.4 km
28 min
$7–9
Line 900 bus, line 901 bus
1. Take the bus from Caulfield to Stud Park SC/Stud Rdbus 900
2. Take the bus from Stud Park SC/Stud Rd to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rdbus 901
2h 22m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downstaxi 34.4 km
28 min
$80–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Frankstonbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2h 24m
$40

Balaclava (Station) to Carrum Downs by tram, train, and bus

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Distance: 38.9 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Balaclava (Station), VIC, Australia and Carrum Downs, VIC, Australia?

You can take a vehicle from Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #38 to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Caulfield, Caulfield, and Stud Park SC/Stud Rd in around 2h 22m.

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