What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat is to train and line 788 bus which costs $12 and takes 2h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Central Station and Arthurs Seat?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat. However, there are services departing from Swan St/Punt Rd and arriving at McCrae Beach/Point Nepean Rd via Elsternwick Station/Horne St and Frankston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Arthurs Seat is 76 km. The road distance is 76.7 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat without a car is to train and line 788 bus which takes 2h 29m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat bus from?

Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Elsternwick Station/Horne St.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat bus arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Frankston station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat is 77 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat.

Where can I stay near Arthurs Seat?

There are 1642+ hotels available in Arthurs Seat.

Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 788 bus
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1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the bus from Frankston to Visitor Information/Point Nepean Rdbus 788 / ...
2h 29m
$12
Bus, line 788 bus
1. Take the bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Frankstonbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Frankston to McCrae Beach/Point Nepean Rdbus 788 / ...
3h 48m
$46
Drive 76.7 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seatcar 76.7 km
1h 6m
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seattaxi 76.7 km
1h 6m
$170–210

Melbourne Central Station to Arthurs Seat by foot, train, and bus

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 76.2 km
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Melbourne Central Station, VIC, Australia and Arthurs Seat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Melbourne Central Station to McCrae Beach/Point Nepean Rd via Richmond Station, Swan St/Punt Rd, Elsternwick Station/Horne St, and Frankston in around 3h 48m.

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