What is the cheapest way to get from Elgar Road to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Elgar Road to Melbourne is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Elgar Road to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Elgar Road to Melbourne is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Elgar Road and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Wellington Rd/Arnold St and arriving at Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Elgar Road and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Box Hill Station station and arriving at Melbourne Central Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Elgar Road to Melbourne?

The distance between Elgar Road and Melbourne is 17 km. The road distance is 14.5 km.

How do I travel from Elgar Road to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Elgar Road to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Elgar Road to Melbourne?

The train from Box Hill Station to Melbourne Central Station takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Elgar Road to Melbourne bus from?

Elgar Road to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Wellington Rd/Arnold St station.

Where do I catch the Elgar Road to Melbourne train from?

Elgar Road to Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Box Hill Station.

Train or bus from Elgar Road to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Elgar Road to Melbourne is to train which takes 38 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 302 bus, which costs $6 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Elgar Road to Melbourne bus arrive?

Elgar Road to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Elgar Road to Melbourne train arrive?

Elgar Road to Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Melbourne Central Station.

Can I drive from Elgar Road to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgar Road to Melbourne is 14 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Elgar Road to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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There are 5 ways to get from Elgar Road to Melbourne by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Box Hill Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Lilydale / ...
38 min
$6
Drive 14.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Elgar Road to Melbournecar 14.5 km
17 min
$3–4
Line 302 bus
1. Take the bus from Wellington Rd/Arnold St to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale Stbus 302
48 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elgar Road to Melbournetaxi 14.5 km
17 min
$35–45
Line 109 tram
1. Take the tram from Elgar Rd/Whitehorse Rd #56 to Exhibition St/Collins St #7tram 109
49 min
$6

Elgar Road to Melbourne by foot and train

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Distance: 16.8 km
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Elgar Road, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Box Hill Station to Melbourne Central Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Wellington Rd/Arnold St to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 45 min.

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