What is the cheapest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne is to train which costs $16 - $35 and takes 5h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne?

The fastest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Lakes Entrance and Cranbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakes Entrance station to Cranbourne. However, there are services departing from Police Station/Roadknight St and arriving at Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St via Traralgon Station/Princes St and Dandenong Station/Foster St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Lakes Entrance and Cranbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Lakes Entrance station to Cranbourne station. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale Station and arriving at Cranbourne Station via Dandenong Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne?

The distance between Lakes Entrance and Cranbourne is 294 km. The road distance is 282.4 km.

How do I travel from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $16 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne?

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne bus from?

Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Police Station/Roadknight St.

Where do I catch the Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne train from?

Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Bairnsdale Station.

Train or bus from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne?

The best way to get from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $16 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $45 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne bus arrive?

Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Traralgon Station/Princes St.

Where does the Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne train arrive?

Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Dandenong Station.

Can I drive from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne is 282 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne.

Where can I stay near Cranbourne?

There are 408+ hotels available in Cranbourne.

Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bairnsdale Station to Dandenong Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 6m
$17–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Police Station/Roadknight St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus Traralgon
6h 10m
$9–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Police Station/Roadknight St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Traralgon Station to Dandenong Stationtrain Traralgon
5h 36m
$16–37
Drive 282.4 km
1. Drive from Lakes Entrance to Cranbournecar 282.4 km
3h 21m
$51–74

Lakes Entrance to Cranbourne by bus and train

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5h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 294.1 km
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Lakes Entrance, VIC, Australia and Cranbourne, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Bairnsdale Station to Dandenong Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Police Station/Roadknight St to Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St via Traralgon Station/Princes St and Dandenong Station/Foster St in around 6h 10m.

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