What is the cheapest way to get from Balwyn to Frankston?

The cheapest way to get from Balwyn to Frankston is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balwyn to Frankston?

The fastest way to get from Balwyn to Frankston is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Balwyn and Frankston?

No, there is no direct bus from Balwyn to Frankston. However, there are services departing from Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd and arriving at Frankston via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St and Knox City Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Balwyn and Frankston?

No, there is no direct train from Balwyn station to Frankston station. However, there are services departing from Canterbury Station and arriving at Frankston Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Balwyn to Frankston?

The distance between Balwyn and Frankston is 49 km. The road distance is 42.5 km.

How do I travel from Balwyn to Frankston without a car?

The best way to get from Balwyn to Frankston without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Balwyn to Frankston?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Balwyn to Frankston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balwyn to Frankston bus from?

Balwyn to Frankston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Where do I catch the Balwyn to Frankston train from?

Balwyn to Frankston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Canterbury Station.

Train or bus from Balwyn to Frankston?

The best way to get from Balwyn to Frankston is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 732 bus and line 901 bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Balwyn to Frankston bus arrive?

Balwyn to Frankston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Knox City Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Balwyn to Frankston train arrive?

Balwyn to Frankston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Richmond Station.

Can I drive from Balwyn to Frankston?

Yes, the driving distance between Balwyn to Frankston is 43 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Balwyn to Frankston.

Where can I stay near Frankston?

There are 595+ hotels available in Frankston.

Balwyn to Frankston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 732 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Balwyn to Frankston by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury Station to Richmond Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
1h 25m
$6
Line 732 bus, line 901 bus
1. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Knox City Shopping Centrebus 732
2. Take the bus from Knox City Shopping Centre to Frankstonbus 901
2h 46m
$6
Drive 42.5 km
1. Drive from Balwyn to Frankstoncar 42.5 km
38 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balwyn to Frankstontaxi 42.5 km
38 min
$100–120
Line 109 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Balwyn Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd #48 to Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6tram 109
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
2h
$12

Balwyn to Frankston by train

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Distance: 49 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Balwyn, VIC, Australia and Frankston, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Canterbury Station to Frankston Station via Richmond Station in around 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd to Frankston via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St and Knox City Shopping Centre in around 2h 46m.

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