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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Montrose is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 36 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Montrose is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne CBD to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Montrose Rd/Leith Rd via Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Montrose?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Montrose is 36 km. The road distance is 35.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Montrose without a car is to train and line 688 bus which takes 1h 23m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Melbourne CBD to Montrose, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Montrose bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Montrose is 35 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Melbourne CBD to Montrose.

Where can I stay near Montrose?

There are 804+ hotels available in Montrose.

Melbourne CBD to Montrose - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 688 bus

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

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Train, line 688 bus
best
1. Take the train from Parliament Station to Croydon Stationtrain Lilydale
2. Take the bus from Croydon Station/Railway Ave to Mt Dandenong Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rdbus 688 / ...
1h 23m
$12
Drive 35.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne CBD to Montrosecar 35.1 km
36 min
$7–9
Line 907 bus, line 679 bus
1. Take the bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Montrose Rd/Leith Rdbus 679
1h 59m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne CBD to Montrosetaxi 35.1 km
36 min
$80–100
Train, line 679 bus
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Ringwood Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Montrose Rd/Leith Rdbus 679
1h 42m
$12

Melbourne CBD to Montrose by train and bus

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1h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 36 km
Duration: 1h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Montrose Rd/Leith Rd via Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 1h 59m.

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