What is the cheapest way to get from Box Hill to South Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Box Hill to South Melbourne is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Box Hill to South Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Box Hill to South Melbourne is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Box Hill and South Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Box Hill station to South Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St and arriving at Ferrars St/City Rd via Bourke St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Box Hill and South Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Box Hill Central/Whitehorse Rd #58 and arriving at Southbank Tram Depot/Light Rail #125A. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Box Hill to South Melbourne?

The distance between Box Hill and South Melbourne is 20 km. The road distance is 17.3 km.

How do I travel from Box Hill to South Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Box Hill to South Melbourne without a car is to train and line 96 tram which takes 44 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Box Hill to South Melbourne?

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Box Hill to South Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Box Hill to South Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Box Hill to South Melbourne train from?

Box Hill to South Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Box Hill Station.

Where does the Box Hill to South Melbourne bus arrive?

Box Hill to South Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at King St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Box Hill to South Melbourne train arrive?

Box Hill to South Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Box Hill to South Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Box Hill to South Melbourne is 17 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Box Hill to South Melbourne.

Where can I stay near South Melbourne?

There are 5267+ hotels available in South Melbourne.

Box Hill to South Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 96 tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Box Hill to South Melbourne by train, tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 96 tram
best
1. Take the train from Box Hill Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Lilydale / ...
2. Take the tram from Southern Cross to South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127tram 96
44 min
$12
Drive 17.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Box Hill to South Melbournecar 17.3 km
20 min
$4–5
Line 302 bus
1. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to King St/Lonsdale Stbus 302
1h 23m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Box Hill to South Melbournetaxi 17.3 km
20 min
$40–55
Line 109 tram
1. Take the tram from Box Hill Central/Whitehorse Rd #58 to Southbank Tram Depot/Light Rail #125Atram 109
1h 5m
$6

Box Hill to South Melbourne by train and tram

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Distance: 19.5 km
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Box Hill, VIC, Australia and South Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to King St/Lonsdale St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Box Hill Central/Whitehorse Rd #58 to Southbank Tram Depot/Light Rail #125A every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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