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

The cheapest way to get from Elsternwick to Forest Hill is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Elsternwick to Forest Hill is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Elsternwick and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Elsternwick to Forest Hill. However, there are services departing from Orrong Rd/Glen Eira Rd and arriving at Forest Hill Reserve/Springvale Rd via Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pde. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Elsternwick and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Elsternwick station to Forest Hill station. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick Station and arriving at Nunawading Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Elsternwick to Forest Hill?

The distance between Elsternwick and Forest Hill is 26 km. The road distance is 19.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Elsternwick to Forest Hill without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Elsternwick to Forest Hill, including transfers.

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

Elsternwick to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Orrong Rd/Glen Eira Rd station.

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

Elsternwick to Forest Hill train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Elsternwick Station.

Train or bus from Elsternwick to Forest Hill?

The best way to get from Elsternwick to Forest Hill is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 623 bus and line 902 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Elsternwick to Forest Hill bus arrive?

Elsternwick to Forest Hill bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pde.

Where does the Elsternwick to Forest Hill train arrive?

Elsternwick to Forest Hill train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Richmond Station.

Can I drive from Elsternwick to Forest Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Elsternwick to Forest Hill is 20 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Elsternwick to Forest Hill.

Where can I stay near Forest Hill?

There are 5190+ hotels available in Forest Hill.

Elsternwick to Forest Hill - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 623 bus

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

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best
1. Take the train from Elsternwick Station to Richmond Stationtrain Sandringham
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Nunawading Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
1h 7m
$12
Drive 19.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Elsternwick to Forest Hillcar 19.7 km
22 min
$4–6
Line 623 bus, line 902 bus
1. Take the bus from Orrong Rd/Glen Eira Rd to Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pdebus 623
2. Take the bus from Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pde to Forest Hill Reserve/Springvale Rdbus 902
1h 19m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elsternwick to Forest Hilltaxi 19.7 km
22 min
$50–60
Line 703 bus
1. Take the bus from Middle Brighton Station/Male St to Forest Hill SC/Canterbury Rdbus 703
1h 44m
$12

Elsternwick to Forest Hill by train and bus

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Distance: 26.5 km
Duration: 1h 7m

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

You can take a train from Elsternwick Station to Canterbury Rd/Springvale Rd via Richmond Station, Nunawading Station, and Nunawading Station/Springvale Rd in around 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Orrong Rd/Glen Eira Rd to Forest Hill Reserve/Springvale Rd via Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pde in around 1h 19m.

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