What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Black Rock?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St station and arriving at Arkaringa Cres/Bluff Rd. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne CBD and Black Rock?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne CBD station to Black Rock station. However, there are services departing from Flinders Street Station and arriving at Sandringham Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Black Rock is 16 km. The road distance is 19.5 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock without a car is to line 600 bus which takes 36 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock?

The line 600 bus from St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St to Arkaringa Cres/Bluff Rd takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Black Rock bus from?

Melbourne CBD to Black Rock bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Black Rock train from?

Melbourne CBD to Black Rock train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock is to line 600 bus which takes 36 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $12 and takes 49 min.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Black Rock bus arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Black Rock bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Arkaringa Cres/Bluff Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Black Rock train arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Black Rock train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Sandringham Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Black Rock is 19 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock.

Where can I stay near Black Rock?

There are 5017+ hotels available in Black Rock.

Melbourne CBD to Black Rock - 5 ways to travel via train, line 600 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne CBD to Black Rock by bus, train, taxi, car, or tram

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Line 600 bus
best
1. Take the bus from St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St to Arkaringa Cres/Bluff Rdbus 600 / ...
36 min
$6
Drive 19.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne CBD to Black Rockcar 19.5 km
20 min
$4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Sandringham Stationtrain Sandringham
49 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne CBD to Black Rocktaxi 19.5 km
20 min
$45–60
Line 96 tram, line 600 bus
1. Take the tram from Swanston St/Bourke St #6 to Belford St/Acland St #139tram 96
2. Take the bus from Acland St/Barkly St to Arkaringa Cres/Bluff Rdbus 600 / ...
1h 23m
$12

Melbourne CBD to Black Rock by bus

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Distance: 15.8 km
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Melbourne CBD, VIC, Australia and Black Rock, VIC, Australia?

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St to Arkaringa Cres/Bluff Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Sandringham Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 30 min.

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