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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cockatoo is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cockatoo is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $13 - $20.

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

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Cockatoo is 81 km. The road distance is 76.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cockatoo without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 1m and costs $40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cockatoo, including transfers.

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

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

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cockatoo bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cockatoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cockatoo is 76 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cockatoo.

Where can I stay near Cockatoo?

There are 297+ hotels available in Cockatoo.

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

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

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Cockatoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cockatoo. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Woori Yallock Rd/Pakenham Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy and Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Skybus Coach Terminalbus City - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Belgrave Stationtrain Belgrave
3h 1m
$40
Drive 76.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cockatoocar 76.3 km
1h 17m
$14–20
Bus, line 732 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus Box Hill - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwybus 732
3h 47m
$34
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Cockatoorideshare 76.3 km
1h 17m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cockatootaxi 76.3 km
1h 17m
$180–220
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 901
4h 10m
$18

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Cockatoo by bus and train

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Distance: 81.3 km
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Woori Yallock Rd/Pakenham Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy, and Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd in around 3h 47m.

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