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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside is to line 302 bus and line 732 bus which costs $6 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $9 - $14.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Lawson Rd/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy and Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Central Station station to Lakeside station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central Station and arriving at Belgrave Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Lakeside is 56 km. The road distance is 50.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 302 bus and line 732 bus, which costs $6 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside bus arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside is 51 km. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside.

Where can I stay near Lakeside?

There are 454+ hotels available in Lakeside.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Belgrave Stationtrain Belgrave
2h 8m
$12
Line 302 bus, line 732 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus 302
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwybus 732
3h 33m
$6
Drive 50.9 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Central Station to Lakesidecar 50.9 km
53 min
$9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Central Station to Lakesidetaxi 50.9 km
53 min
$120–150

Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside by train, bus, and foot

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2h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.8 km
Duration: 2h 8m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Belgrave Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melbourne Central Station to Lakeside via Swanston St/Lonsdale St, Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy, Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, and Lawson Rd/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd in around 3h 33m.

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