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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Epping is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Epping is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $50 - $65.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Central Station to Epping. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Coulstock St/Davisson St via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Central Station station and arriving at Epping Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Epping?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Epping is 22 km. The road distance is 20.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Epping without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Melbourne Central Station to Epping Station takes 41 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Melbourne Central Station to Epping?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Epping is to train which takes 41 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 905 bus and line 901 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Epping bus arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Epping bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Epping train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Epping?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Epping is 21 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Melbourne Central Station to Epping.

Where can I stay near Epping?

There are 4738+ hotels available in Epping.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Epping Stationtrain Mernda
41 min
$6
Drive 20.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Central Station to Eppingcar 20.6 km
24 min
$4–6
Line 905 bus, line 901 bus
1. Take the bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to The Pines SC/Reynolds Rdbus 905 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd to Coulstock St/Davisson Stbus 901
1h 54m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Central Station to Eppingtaxi 20.6 km
24 min
$50–65

Melbourne Central Station to Epping by train

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Distance: 22.4 km
Duration: 41 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Epping Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melbourne Central Station to Coulstock St/Davisson St via Swanston St/Lonsdale St and The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd in around 1h 54m.

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