What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria). However, there are services departing from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd via Croydon Station/Railway Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Mt Dandenong (Victoria) is 37 km. The road distance is 40.6 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) without a car is to train and line 688 bus which takes 1h 30m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) bus from?

Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) bus arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Mitcham Station/Colombo St.

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) is 41 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria).

Where can I stay near Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

There are 818+ hotels available in Mt Dandenong (Victoria).

Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) 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 Mercy Place Ret Village/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rdbus 688
1h 30m
$12
Drive 40.6 km
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1. Drive from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)car 40.6 km
44 min
$8–11
Line 907 bus, line 688 bus
1. Take the bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
2. Take the bus from Croydon Station/Railway Ave to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rdbus 688
2h 31m
$18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)taxi 40.6 km
44 min
$95–120
Train, line 688 bus via Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd
1. Take the train from Parliament Station to Croydon Stationtrain Lilydale
2. Take the bus from Croydon Station/Railway Ave to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rdbus 688
2h 4m
$12

Melbourne CBD to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) by train and bus

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Distance: 36.8 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Melbourne CBD, VIC, Australia and Mt Dandenong (Victoria), VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd via Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Station, Croydon Station, and Croydon Station/Railway Ave in around 2h 31m.

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