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

The cheapest way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station is to bus and line 905 bus which costs $6 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Carrum Downs and Melbourne Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd and arriving at Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Carrum Downs and Melbourne Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Carrum Downs station to Melbourne Central Station 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 Melbourne Central Station?

The distance between Carrum Downs and Melbourne Central Station is 46 km. The road distance is 42.3 km.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station?

The best way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 905 bus, which costs $6 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station is 42 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

There are 5296+ hotels available in Melbourne Central Station.

Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station 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 Melbourne Central/Lonsdale Stbus 905 / ...
3h 2m
$6
Drive 42.3 km
1. Drive from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Stationcar 42.3 km
37 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Stationtaxi 42.3 km
37 min
$100–120

Carrum Downs to Melbourne Central Station by bus and train

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Distance: 45.8 km
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Carrum Downs, VIC, Australia and Melbourne Central Station, 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 Melbourne Central Station via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd and Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St in around 3h 2m.

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