What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East is to drive which takes 32 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Brighton East?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at North Brighton Station/Bay St station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Brighton East?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Airport (MEL) station to Brighton East. However, there are services departing from Broadmeadows Station and arriving at North Rd/Hawthorn Rd #63 via Federation Square/Swanston St #13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Brighton East is 34 km. The road distance is 32.5 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East without a car is to bus which takes 55 min and costs $28.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East?

The bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to North Brighton Station/Bay St takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East train from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Broadmeadows Station.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at North Brighton Station/Bay St.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East train arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East is 33 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East.

How do I get a bus ticket from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East?

Book your Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Brighton East?

There are 5208+ hotels available in Brighton East.

Can I share a ride from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Brighton East. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East by bus, train, tram, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to North Brighton Station/Bay Stbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
55 min
$28
Drive 32.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton Eastcar 32.5 km
32 min
$6–9
Train, line 64 tram
1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to North Rd/Hawthorn Rd #63tram 64
1h 54m
$18
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Brighton Eastrideshare 32.5 km
32 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton Easttaxi 32.5 km
32 min
$80–100
Bus, line 605 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T3 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Skybus Coach Terminalbus City - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Bourke St/Queen St to Kooyong Rd/Gardenvale Rdbus 605
1h 52m
$34

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brighton East by bus

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Distance: 33.9 km
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and Brighton East, VIC, Australia?

SkyBus operates a bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to North Brighton Station/Bay St hourly. Tickets cost $28 and the journey takes 55 min.

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