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

The cheapest way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $8 - $12.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo. However, there are services departing from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd and arriving at Curzon St/Haines St via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd and St Vincent's Hospital/Victoria Pde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Carrum Downs station to Melbourne Zoo. However, there are services departing from Kananook Station and arriving at State Netball Hockey Centre/Royal Park #25 via Flagstaff. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo?

The distance between Carrum Downs and Melbourne Zoo is 51 km. The road distance is 45.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo?

The best way to get from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 905 bus, which costs $12 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo is 46 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoo.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Zoo?

There are 5289+ hotels available in Melbourne Zoo.

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

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best
1. Take the train from Kananook Station to Flagstaff Stationtrain Frankston
1h 50m
$18
Drive 45.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zoocar 45.6 km
42 min
$9–12
Bus, line 905 bus
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 Eye & Ear Hospital/Victoria Pdebus 905 / ...
3h 40m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrum Downs to Melbourne Zootaxi 45.6 km
42 min
$100–130

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Distance: 50.7 km
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What companies run services between Carrum Downs, VIC, Australia and Melbourne Zoo, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Kananook Station to Flagstaff Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Melbourne Zoo via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd, Eye & Ear Hospital/Victoria Pde, St Vincent's Hospital/Victoria Pde, and Curzon St/Haines St in around 3h 40m.

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