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

The cheapest way to get from Carrum Downs to South Melbourne is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carrum Downs to South Melbourne is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $7 - $11.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Carrum Downs to South Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd and arriving at Caulfield via Stud Park SC/Stud Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Carrum Downs station to South Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Kananook Station and arriving at South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127 via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Carrum Downs to South Melbourne?

The distance between Carrum Downs and South Melbourne is 43 km. The road distance is 39.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Carrum Downs to South Melbourne without a car is to line 901 bus and train which takes 1h 16m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Carrum Downs to South Melbourne, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Carrum Downs to South Melbourne?

The best way to get from Carrum Downs to South Melbourne is to line 901 bus and line 900 bus which takes 2h 12m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Carrum Downs to South Melbourne bus arrive?

Carrum Downs to South Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Stud Park SC/Stud Rd station.

Where does the Carrum Downs to South Melbourne train arrive?

Carrum Downs to South Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Carrum Downs to South Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Carrum Downs to South Melbourne is 40 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Carrum Downs to South Melbourne.

Where can I stay near South Melbourne?

There are 5274+ hotels available in South Melbourne.

Carrum Downs to South Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 901 bus

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

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Line 901 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus 901
2. Take the train from Dandenong Station to Anzac Stationtrain Cranbourne / ...
1h 16m
$12
Drive 39.7 km
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1. Drive from Carrum Downs to South Melbournecar 39.7 km
34 min
$8–11
Line 901 bus, line 900 bus
1. Take the bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Stud Park SC/Stud Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Stud Park SC/Stud Rd to Caulfieldbus 900
2h 12m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carrum Downs to South Melbournetaxi 39.7 km
34 min
$90–120
Train
1. Take the train from Kananook Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Frankston
1h 37m
$18

Carrum Downs to South Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 42.5 km
Duration: 1h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Anzac Station via Stud Park SC/Stud Rd, Caulfield, and Caulfield Station in around 2h 12m. Alternatively, Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Kananook Station to Southern Cross Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 7m.

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