What is the cheapest way to get from Docklands to Forest Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Docklands to Forest Hill is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Docklands to Forest Hill?

The fastest way to get from Docklands to Forest Hill is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Docklands and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Docklands to Forest Hill. However, there are services departing from King St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Canterbury Rd/Springvale Rd via Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Docklands and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Docklands station to Forest Hill station. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Station and arriving at Blackburn Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Docklands to Forest Hill?

The distance between Docklands and Forest Hill is 23 km. The road distance is 20.6 km.

How do I travel from Docklands to Forest Hill without a car?

The best way to get from Docklands to Forest Hill without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Docklands to Forest Hill?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Docklands to Forest Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Docklands to Forest Hill bus from?

Docklands to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from King St/Lonsdale St station.

Where do I catch the Docklands to Forest Hill train from?

Docklands to Forest Hill train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Docklands to Forest Hill?

The best way to get from Docklands to Forest Hill is to train which takes 53 min and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus and line 902 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Docklands to Forest Hill bus arrive?

Docklands to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd station.

Where does the Docklands to Forest Hill train arrive?

Docklands to Forest Hill train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Blackburn Station.

Can I drive from Docklands to Forest Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Docklands to Forest Hill is 21 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Docklands to Forest Hill.

Where can I stay near Forest Hill?

There are 5192+ hotels available in Forest Hill.

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There are 5 ways to get from Docklands to Forest Hill by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Blackburn Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
53 min
$12
Drive 20.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Docklands to Forest Hillcar 20.6 km
24 min
$4–6
Line 304 bus, line 902 bus
1. Take the bus from King St/Lonsdale St to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rdbus 304 / ...
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd to Canterbury Rd/Springvale Rdbus 902
1h 29m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Docklands to Forest Hilltaxi 20.6 km
24 min
$50–65
Line 75 tram
1. Take the tram from Stadium Precinct - Bourke St/Harbour Esp #D3 to Springvale Rd/Burwood Hwy #73tram 75
1h 30m
$12

Docklands to Forest Hill by train and bus

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Distance: 22.7 km
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Docklands, VIC, Australia and Forest Hill, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Blackburn Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King St/Lonsdale St to Canterbury Rd/Springvale Rd via Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd in around 1h 29m.

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