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

The cheapest way to get from Frankston to Melbourne Cup is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Frankston to Melbourne Cup is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Frankston and Melbourne Cup?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankston to Melbourne Cup. However, there are services departing from Frankston and arriving at Moreland St/Hopkins St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Frankston and Melbourne Cup?

No, there is no direct train from Frankston station to Melbourne Cup. However, there are services departing from Frankston Station and arriving at Sandown Rd/Epsom Rd #32 via Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Frankston to Melbourne Cup?

The distance between Frankston and Melbourne Cup is 51 km. The road distance is 46.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Frankston to Melbourne Cup without a car is to train and line 57 tram which takes 1h 51m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Frankston to Melbourne Cup, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Frankston to Melbourne Cup bus arrive?

Frankston to Melbourne Cup bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr station.

Where does the Frankston to Melbourne Cup train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Frankston to Melbourne Cup?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankston to Melbourne Cup is 47 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Frankston to Melbourne Cup.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Cup?

There are 5145+ hotels available in Melbourne Cup.

Frankston to Melbourne Cup - 4 ways to travel via train, line 57 tram, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Frankston to Melbourne Cup by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 57 tram
best
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Sandown Rd/Epsom Rd #32tram 57
1h 51m
$12
Drive 46.8 km
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1. Drive from Frankston to Melbourne Cupcar 46.8 km
50 min
$9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankston to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
3h 29m
$62
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Frankston to Melbourne Cuptaxi 46.8 km
50 min
$110–140

Frankston to Melbourne Cup by train, tram, and foot

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1h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 51.1 km
Duration: 1h 51m

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

SkyBus operates a bus from Frankston to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr hourly. Tickets cost $28 and the journey takes 1h 56m.

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