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

The cheapest way to get from Carlton to Frankston is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlton to Frankston is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Carlton and Frankston?

No, there is no direct train from Carlton to Frankston station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 and arriving at Frankston Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Carlton to Frankston?

The distance between Carlton and Frankston is 45 km. The road distance is 42.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlton to Frankston without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Carlton to Frankston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlton to Frankston train from?

Carlton to Frankston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Where does the Carlton to Frankston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlton to Frankston?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlton to Frankston is 43 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Carlton to Frankston.

Where can I stay near Frankston?

There are 592+ hotels available in Frankston.

Carlton to Frankston - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Carlton to Frankston by train, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
1h 26m
$12
Drive 42.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlton to Frankstoncar 42.6 km
45 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlton to Frankstontaxi 42.6 km
45 min
$100–120

Carlton to Frankston by tram and train

676Weekly Services

1h 26mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 45.1 km
Duration: 1h 26m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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