What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne is to train which costs $6 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Cranbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne. However, there are services departing from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St via Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Dandenong Station/Foster St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne CBD and Cranbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Town Hall Station station and arriving at Cranbourne Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Cranbourne is 43 km. The road distance is 49.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne?

The train from Town Hall Station to Cranbourne Station takes 57 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne bus from?

Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne train from?

Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Town Hall Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne is to train which takes 57 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne bus arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Mitcham Station/Colombo St.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne train arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Cranbourne Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne is 49 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne.

Where can I stay near Cranbourne?

There are 405+ hotels available in Cranbourne.

Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Cranbourne Stationtrain Cranbourne
57 min
$6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
2. Take the bus from Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus 901
3. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall Stbus 893 / ...
2h 47m
$18
Drive 49.4 km
1. Drive from Melbourne CBD to Cranbournecar 49.4 km
37 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne CBD to Cranbournetaxi 49.4 km
37 min
$110–150

Melbourne CBD to Cranbourne by train

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Distance: 43.4 km
Duration: 57 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Town Hall Station to Cranbourne Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St via Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, and Dandenong Station/Foster St in around 2h 47m.

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