What is the cheapest way to get from Frankston to Carlton?

The cheapest way to get from Frankston to Carlton is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankston to Carlton?

The fastest way to get from Frankston to Carlton is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Frankston and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankston to Carlton. However, there are services departing from Frankston and arriving at Royal Australasian College of Surgeons/Victoria Pde via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Frankston and Carlton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Frankston Station station and arriving at Melbourne Central Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Frankston to Carlton?

The distance between Frankston and Carlton is 44 km. The road distance is 42.8 km.

How do I travel from Frankston to Carlton without a car?

The best way to get from Frankston to Carlton without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Frankston to Carlton?

The train from Frankston Station to Melbourne Central Station takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Carlton bus from?

Frankston to Carlton bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Frankston station.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Carlton train from?

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

Train or bus from Frankston to Carlton?

The best way to get from Frankston to Carlton is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus and line 905 bus, which costs $6 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Frankston to Carlton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Frankston to Carlton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Frankston to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankston to Carlton is 43 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Frankston to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5330+ hotels available in Carlton.

Frankston to Carlton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 905 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Frankston to Carlton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Frankston
1h 6m
$6
Bus, line 905 bus
1. Take the bus from Frankston to The Pines SC/Reynolds Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd to Royal Australasian College of Surgeons/Victoria Pdebus 905 / ...
3h 7m
$6
Drive 42.8 km
1. Drive from Frankston to Carltoncar 42.8 km
44 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Frankston to Carltontaxi 42.8 km
44 min
$100–120

Frankston to Carlton by train

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Distance: 43.7 km
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Frankston, VIC, Australia and Carlton, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Frankston Station to Melbourne Central Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Frankston to Royal Australasian College of Surgeons/Victoria Pde via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd in around 3h 7m.

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