What is the cheapest way to get from Frankston to Mount Dandenong?

The cheapest way to get from Frankston to Mount Dandenong is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankston to Mount Dandenong?

The fastest way to get from Frankston to Mount Dandenong is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct train between Frankston and Mount Dandenong?

No, there is no direct train from Frankston station to Mount Dandenong station. However, there are services departing from Frankston Station and arriving at Croydon Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Frankston to Mount Dandenong?

The distance between Frankston and Mount Dandenong is 82 km. The road distance is 48.8 km.

How do I travel from Frankston to Mount Dandenong without a car?

The best way to get from Frankston to Mount Dandenong without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Frankston to Mount Dandenong?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Frankston to Mount Dandenong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Mount Dandenong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Frankston to Mount Dandenong train from?

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

Train or bus from Frankston to Mount Dandenong?

The best way to get from Frankston to Mount Dandenong is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 901 bus and line 688 bus, which costs $12 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Frankston to Mount Dandenong bus arrive?

Frankston to Mount Dandenong bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Scoresby Village SC/Stud Rd station.

Where does the Frankston to Mount Dandenong train arrive?

Frankston to Mount Dandenong train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Richmond Station.

Can I drive from Frankston to Mount Dandenong?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankston to Mount Dandenong is 49 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Frankston to Mount Dandenong.

Where can I stay near Mount Dandenong?

There are 785+ hotels available in Mount Dandenong.

Frankston to Mount Dandenong - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 901 bus

Q: Is there a direct bus between Frankston and Mount Dandenong?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankston to Mount Dandenong. However, there are services departing from Frankston and arriving at William Ricketts Sanctuary/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd via Stud Rd/Ferntree Gully Rd and Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

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

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best
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Richmond Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Croydon Stationtrain Lilydale
3h 18m
$11
Drive 48.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Frankston to Mount Dandenongcar 48.8 km
45 min
$9–13
Line 901 bus, line 688 bus
1. Take the bus from Frankston to Scoresby Village SC/Stud Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy to William Ricketts Sanctuary/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rdbus 688
3h 20m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Frankston to Mount Dandenongtaxi 48.8 km
45 min
$110–140

Frankston to Mount Dandenong by train and bus

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3h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 82.4 km
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Frankston, VIC, Australia and Mount Dandenong, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Frankston Station to Fraser Rd/Ridge Rd via Richmond Station, Croydon Station, and Croydon Station/Railway Ave in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Frankston to William Ricketts Sanctuary/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd via Scoresby Village SC/Stud Rd, Stud Rd/Ferntree Gully Rd, and Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy in around 3h 20m.

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