What is the cheapest way to get from Carrum Downs to Carlton?

The cheapest way to get from Carrum Downs to Carlton is to bus and line 905 bus which costs $6 and takes 2h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrum Downs to Carlton?

The fastest way to get from Carrum Downs to Carlton is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Carrum Downs and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrum Downs to Carlton. However, there are services departing from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd and arriving at Royal Australasian College of Surgeons/Victoria Pde via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Carrum Downs and Carlton?

No, there is no direct train from Carrum Downs station to Carlton station. However, there are services departing from Kananook Station and arriving at Melbourne Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Carrum Downs to Carlton?

The distance between Carrum Downs and Carlton is 46 km. The road distance is 43.1 km.

How do I travel from Carrum Downs to Carlton without a car?

The best way to get from Carrum Downs to Carlton without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Carrum Downs to Carlton?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Carrum Downs to Carlton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrum Downs to Carlton bus from?

Carrum Downs to Carlton bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd station.

Where do I catch the Carrum Downs to Carlton train from?

Carrum Downs to Carlton train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Kananook Station.

Train or bus from Carrum Downs to Carlton?

The best way to get from Carrum Downs to Carlton is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 905 bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Carrum Downs to Carlton bus arrive?

Carrum Downs to Carlton bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd station.

Where does the Carrum Downs to Carlton train arrive?

Carrum Downs to Carlton train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Melbourne Central Station.

Can I drive from Carrum Downs to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrum Downs to Carlton is 43 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Carrum Downs to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5298+ hotels available in Carlton.

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There are 4 ways to get from Carrum Downs to Carlton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kananook Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Frankston
1h 19m
$12
Bus, line 905 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to The Pines SC/Reynolds Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd to Royal Australasian College of Surgeons/Victoria Pdebus 905 / ...
2h 53m
$6
Drive 43.1 km
1. Drive from Carrum Downs to Carltoncar 43.1 km
39 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrum Downs to Carltontaxi 43.1 km
39 min
$100–130

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Distance: 45.8 km
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Carrum Downs, VIC, Australia and Carlton, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Kananook Station to Melbourne Central Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Royal Australasian College of Surgeons/Victoria Pde via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd in around 2h 53m.

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