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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Monbulk is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Monbulk is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs $11 - $17.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Monbulk. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Emerald-Monbulk Rd/Main 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 44m.

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

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Monbulk is 74 km. The road distance is 64.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Monbulk without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 58m and costs $40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Monbulk, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Monbulk is 65 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Monbulk.

Where can I stay near Monbulk?

There are 465+ hotels available in Monbulk.

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

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

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Monbulk 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
2h 58m
$40
Drive 64.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Monbulkcar 64.8 km
1h 13m
$12–17
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 44m
$34
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Monbulkrideshare 64.8 km
1h 13m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Monbulktaxi 64.8 km
1h 13m
$150–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 901
4h 5m
$18

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Monbulk by bus and train

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Distance: 73.7 km
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Emerald-Monbulk Rd/Main Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy, and Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd in around 3h 44m.

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