What is the cheapest way to get from Carlton to Craigieburn?

The cheapest way to get from Carlton to Craigieburn is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlton to Craigieburn?

The fastest way to get from Carlton to Craigieburn is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Carlton and Craigieburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlton to Craigieburn station. However, there are services departing from Grattan St/Rathdowne St and arriving at Craigieburn Station/Potter St via La Trobe University Medical Centre/Plenty Rd and Mernda Station/Bridge Inn Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Carlton and Craigieburn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Central Station station and arriving at Craigieburn Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Carlton to Craigieburn?

The distance between Carlton and Craigieburn is 27 km. The road distance is 23.7 km.

How do I travel from Carlton to Craigieburn without a car?

The best way to get from Carlton to Craigieburn without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Carlton to Craigieburn?

The train from Melbourne Central Station to Craigieburn Station takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carlton to Craigieburn bus from?

Carlton to Craigieburn bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, depart from Grattan St/Rathdowne St station.

Where do I catch the Carlton to Craigieburn train from?

Carlton to Craigieburn train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Melbourne Central Station.

Train or bus from Carlton to Craigieburn?

The best way to get from Carlton to Craigieburn is to train which takes 41 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Carlton to Craigieburn bus arrive?

Carlton to Craigieburn bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at La Trobe University station.

Where does the Carlton to Craigieburn train arrive?

Carlton to Craigieburn train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Craigieburn Station.

Can I drive from Carlton to Craigieburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlton to Craigieburn is 24 km. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Carlton to Craigieburn.

Where can I stay near Craigieburn?

There are 3287+ hotels available in Craigieburn.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Craigieburn Stationtrain Craigieburn
41 min
$6
Drive 23.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlton to Craigieburncar 23.7 km
26 min
$5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grattan St/Rathdowne St to La Trobe Universitybus 250
2. Take the bus from La Trobe University Medical Centre/Plenty Rd to Mernda Station/Bridge Inn Rdbus 382
3. Take the bus from Mernda Station/Bridge Inn Rd to Craigieburn Station/Potter Stbus 390
2h 29m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlton to Craigieburntaxi 23.7 km
26 min
$55–70
Line 1 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 to Federation Square/Swanston St #13tram 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Craigieburn Stationtrain Craigieburn
1h 4m
$12

Carlton to Craigieburn by train

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Distance: 26.7 km
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Carlton, VIC, Australia and Craigieburn, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Craigieburn Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grattan St/Rathdowne St to Craigieburn Station/Potter St via La Trobe University, La Trobe University Medical Centre/Plenty Rd, and Mernda Station/Bridge Inn Rd in around 2h 29m.

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