What is the cheapest way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD?

The cheapest way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD is to bus and line 905 bus which costs $6 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD?

The fastest way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Carrum Downs and Melbourne CBD?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD. However, there are services departing from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd and arriving at Exhibition St/Lonsdale St via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Carrum Downs and Melbourne CBD?

No, there is no direct train from Carrum Downs station to Melbourne CBD station. However, there are services departing from Kananook Station and arriving at Parliament Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD?

The distance between Carrum Downs and Melbourne CBD is 45 km. The road distance is 41.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD train from?

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

Train or bus from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD?

The best way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 905 bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD train arrive?

Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Parliament Station.

Can I drive from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD is 42 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD.

Where can I stay near Melbourne CBD?

There are 5300+ hotels available in Melbourne CBD.

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There are 5 ways to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBD by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kananook Station to Parliament Stationtrain Frankston
1h 17m
$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 Exhibition St/Lonsdale Stbus 305 / ...
2h 55m
$6
Drive 41.8 km
1. Drive from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBDcar 41.8 km
36 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrum Downs to Melbourne CBDtaxi 41.8 km
36 min
$95–120
Line 901 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus 901
2. Take the train from Dandenong Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Cranbourne / ...
1h 20m
$12

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Distance: 44.6 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Kananook Station to Parliament Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Exhibition St/Lonsdale St via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd in around 2h 55m.

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