What is the cheapest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava?

The cheapest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava?

The fastest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Ferntree Gully and Balaclava?

No, there is no direct bus from Ferntree Gully station to Balaclava. However, there are services departing from Alpine St/Station St and arriving at Wimbledon Ave/Brighton Rd via Oakleigh Station/Portman St and Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Ferntree Gully and Balaclava?

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

How far is it from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava?

The distance between Ferntree Gully and Balaclava is 38 km. The road distance is 29 km.

How do I travel from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava without a car?

The best way to get from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ferntree Gully to Balaclava bus from?

Ferntree Gully to Balaclava bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Alpine St/Station St.

Where do I catch the Ferntree Gully to Balaclava train from?

Ferntree Gully to Balaclava train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Ferntree Gully Station.

Train or bus from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava?

The best way to get from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 693 bus and line 623 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Ferntree Gully to Balaclava bus arrive?

Ferntree Gully to Balaclava bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Oakleigh Station/Portman St.

Where does the Ferntree Gully to Balaclava train arrive?

Ferntree Gully to Balaclava train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Richmond Station.

Can I drive from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava?

Yes, the driving distance between Ferntree Gully to Balaclava is 29 km. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava.

Where can I stay near Balaclava?

There are 5305+ hotels available in Balaclava.

Ferntree Gully to Balaclava - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 693 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ferntree Gully to Balaclava by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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best
1. Take the train from Ferntree Gully Station to Richmond Stationtrain Belgrave
1h 7m
$6
Line 693 bus, line 623 bus
1. Take the bus from Alpine St/Station St to Oakleigh Station/Portman Stbus 693
2. Take the bus from Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd to Wimbledon Ave/Brighton Rdbus 623
1h 48m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ferntree Gully to Balaclavataxi 29 km
26 min
$70–85
Drive 29 km
1. Drive from Ferntree Gully to Balaclavacar 29 km
26 min
$6–8
Train, line 16 tram
1. Take the train from Ferntree Gully Station to Glenferrie Stationtrain Belgrave
2. Take the tram from Glenferrie to Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #38tram 16
1h 23m
$12

Ferntree Gully to Balaclava by train

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Distance: 37.7 km
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Ferntree Gully, VIC, Australia and Balaclava, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Ferntree Gully Station to Richmond Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alpine St/Station St to Wimbledon Ave/Brighton Rd via Oakleigh Station/Portman St and Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd in around 1h 48m.

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