What is the cheapest way to get from Emerald to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Emerald to Melbourne is to line 732 bus and line 302 bus which costs $6 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Emerald to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Emerald to Melbourne is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $8 - $13.

How far is it from Emerald to Melbourne?

The distance between Emerald and Melbourne is 52 km. The road distance is 48.5 km.

How do I travel from Emerald to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Emerald to Melbourne without a car is to line 695 bus and train which takes 1h 49m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Emerald to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Emerald to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Emerald to Melbourne bus from?

Emerald to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy.

Where does the Emerald to Melbourne bus arrive?

Emerald to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Can I drive from Emerald to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Emerald to Melbourne is 49 km. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Emerald to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5289+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Emerald to Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 695 bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Emerald and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Emerald to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Emerald Village/Main St and arriving at Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy and Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Emerald to Melbourne by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 695 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Emerald Village/Main St to Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rdbus 695 / ...
2. Take the train from Belgrave Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Belgrave
1h 49m
$12
Line 732 bus, line 302 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus 732
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale Stbus 302
3h 17m
$6
Drive 48.5 km
1. Drive from Emerald to Melbournecar 48.5 km
49 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Emerald to Melbournetaxi 48.5 km
49 min
$110–140
Line 695 bus, train via Melbourne Central Station
1. Take the bus from Emerald Village/Main St to Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rdbus 695 / ...
2. Take the train from Belgrave Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Belgrave
1h 59m
$12

Emerald to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 52.2 km
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Emerald, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Emerald Village/Main St to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy, and Box Hill Bus Station/Station St in around 3h 17m.

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