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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Central Station and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Swan St/Punt Rd and arriving at Sydney St/Charman Rd via Acland St/Barkly St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Central Station and Cheltenham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flinders Street Station station and arriving at Cheltenham Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Cheltenham is 24 km. The road distance is 21.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham, including transfers.

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

Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Swan St/Punt Rd station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham train from?

Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham is to train which takes 51 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 246 bus and line 600 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Acland St/Barkly St station.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham train arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Cheltenham Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham is 22 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 5016+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenham by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Cheltenham Stationtrain Frankston
51 min
$6
Drive 21.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenhamcar 21.7 km
22 min
$4–6
Line 246 bus, line 600 bus
1. Take the bus from Swan St/Punt Rd to Acland St/Barkly Stbus 246
2. Take the bus from Acland St/Barkly St to Sydney St/Charman Rdbus 600 / ...
1h 36m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Central Station to Cheltenhamtaxi 21.7 km
22 min
$50–65
Train via Melbourne Central Station
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Cheltenham Stationtrain Frankston
52 min
$6

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Distance: 24.3 km
Duration: 51 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Cheltenham Station every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Melbourne Central Station to Sydney St/Charman Rd via Richmond Station, Swan St/Punt Rd, and Acland St/Barkly St in around 1h 36m.

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