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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $55 - $70.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St and arriving at Mt Pleasant Rd/Main Rd via Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Central Station station to Eltham station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central Station and arriving at Eltham Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Eltham is 29 km. The road distance is 23.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham, including transfers.

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

Melbourne Central Station to Eltham bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St station.

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

Melbourne Central Station to Eltham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Melbourne Central Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 207 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Eltham bus arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Eltham bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Eltham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Eltham is 24 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham.

Where can I stay near Eltham?

There are 5109+ hotels available in Eltham.

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

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best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham Stationtrain Hurstbridge
1h 1m
$12
Drive 23.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Central Station to Elthamcar 23.5 km
24 min
$5–6
Line 207 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rdbus 207 / ...
1h 27m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Central Station to Elthamtaxi 23.5 km
24 min
$55–70

Melbourne Central Station to Eltham by train and bus

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Distance: 29.2 km
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 56 min.

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