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

The cheapest way to get from Frankston to Lorne is to train and bus which costs $14 - $35 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frankston to Lorne is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Frankston to Lorne?

The distance between Frankston and Lorne is 196 km. The road distance is 178.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Frankston to Lorne without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 1m and costs $14 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Frankston to Lorne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Lorne bus from?

Frankston to Lorne bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Frankston station.

Where does the Frankston to Lorne bus arrive?

Frankston to Lorne bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rd station.

Can I drive from Frankston to Lorne?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankston to Lorne is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Frankston to Lorne.

Where can I stay near Lorne?

There are 573+ hotels available in Lorne.

Frankston to Lorne - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Frankston and Lorne?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankston to Lorne. However, there are services departing from Frankston and arriving at Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rd via Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rd, Sunshine Station/City Pl and Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Frankston to Lorne by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Lorne Visitor Centre/Great Ocean Rdbus
5h 1m
$14–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankston to Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rdbus
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/City Pl to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rdbus
7h 11m
$58–85
Drive 178.7 km
1. Drive from Frankston to Lornecar 178.7 km
2h 29m
$33–47

Frankston to Lorne by train and bus

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5h 1mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.4 km
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Frankston to Lorne Hotel/Great Ocean Rd via Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rd, Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Sunshine Station/City Pl, and Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 7h 11m.

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