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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $35 - $45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St and arriving at Box Forest Rd/Sages Rd via Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Central Station station and arriving at Gowrie Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Fawkner is 15 km. The road distance is 13.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Melbourne Central Station to Gowrie Station takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner is to train which takes 29 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 251 bus and line 527 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner bus arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner is 13 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner.

Where can I stay near Fawkner?

There are 4995+ hotels available in Fawkner.

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

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1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Gowrie Stationtrain Upfield
29 min
$6
Drive 13.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Central Station to Fawknercar 13.1 km
17 min
$3–4
Line 251 bus, line 527 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rdbus 251
2. Take the bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Box Forest Rd/Sages Rdbus 527
1h 48m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Central Station to Fawknertaxi 13.1 km
17 min
$35–45
Line 19 tram, line 530 bus
1. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Bell St/Sydney Rd #34tram 19
2. Take the bus from Urquhart St/Sydney Rd to Ledger Ave/Major Rdbus 530
1h 19m
$12

Melbourne Central Station to Fawkner by train

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Distance: 15.4 km
Duration: 29 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Gowrie Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melbourne Central Station to Box Forest Rd/Sages Rd via Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St and Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd in around 1h 48m.

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