What is the cheapest way to get from Frankston North to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Frankston North to Melbourne is to bus and line 905 bus which costs $6 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankston North to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Frankston North to Melbourne is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Frankston North and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankston North to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Greenways Ret Village/Frankston-Dandenong Rd and arriving at Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Frankston North and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Frankston North station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Kananook Station and arriving at Melbourne Central Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Frankston North to Melbourne?

The distance between Frankston North and Melbourne is 43 km. The road distance is 42.6 km.

How do I travel from Frankston North to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Frankston North to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Frankston North to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Frankston North to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankston North to Melbourne bus from?

Frankston North to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Greenways Ret Village/Frankston-Dandenong Rd station.

Where do I catch the Frankston North to Melbourne train from?

Frankston North to Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Kananook Station.

Train or bus from Frankston North to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Frankston North to Melbourne is to train which takes 1h 13m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 905 bus, which costs $6 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Frankston North to Melbourne bus arrive?

Frankston North to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd station.

Where does the Frankston North to Melbourne train arrive?

Frankston North to Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Melbourne Central Station.

Can I drive from Frankston North to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankston North to Melbourne is 43 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Frankston North to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kananook Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Frankston
1h 13m
$12
Bus, line 905 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Greenways Ret Village/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to The Pines SC/Reynolds Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale Stbus 305 / ...
3h 3m
$6
Drive 42.6 km
1. Drive from Frankston North to Melbournecar 42.6 km
38 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Frankston North to Melbournetaxi 42.6 km
38 min
$100–120
Line 833 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Whitewood St/Excelsior Dr to Carrum Station/Station Stbus 833
2. Take the train from Carrum Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Frankston
1h 50m
$12

Frankston North to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 42.8 km
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Frankston North, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Kananook Station to Melbourne Central Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greenways Ret Village/Frankston-Dandenong Rd to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd in around 3h 3m.

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