What is the cheapest way to get from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gardenia Rd/North Rd and arriving at Little Lonsdale St/Queen St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from North Brighton Station station and arriving at Flinders Street Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station?

The distance between Brighton and Melbourne Central Station is 13 km. The road distance is 12.4 km.

How do I travel from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station without a car is to train via Richmond Station which takes 25 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station?

It takes approximately 25 min to get from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Melbourne Central Station bus from?

Brighton to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Gardenia Rd/North Rd station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Melbourne Central Station train from?

Brighton to Melbourne Central Station train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from North Brighton Station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station?

The best way to get from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station is to train via Richmond Station which takes 25 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 605 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Brighton to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

Brighton to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Little Lonsdale St/Queen St station.

Where does the Brighton to Melbourne Central Station train arrive?

Brighton to Melbourne Central Station train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Richmond Station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Melbourne Central Station is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

There are 5301+ hotels available in Melbourne Central Station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Brighton to Melbourne Central Station by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train via Richmond Station
best
1. Take the train from North Brighton Station to Richmond Stationtrain Sandringham
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Frankston / ...
25 min
$6
Drive 12.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Brighton to Melbourne Central Stationcar 12.4 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 605 bus
1. Take the bus from Gardenia Rd/North Rd to Little Lonsdale St/Queen Stbus 605
1h 4m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brighton to Melbourne Central Stationtaxi 12.4 km
14 min
$30–40
Train
1. Take the train from North Brighton Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Sandringham
35 min
$6

Brighton to Melbourne Central Station by train

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Distance: 13 km
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Brighton, VIC, Australia and Melbourne Central Station, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from North Brighton Station to Melbourne Central Station via Richmond Station in around 25 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Gardenia Rd/North Rd to Little Lonsdale St/Queen St hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 58 min.

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