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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Mentone is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $55 - $70.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Central Station to Mentone. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Rogers St/Balcombe Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flinders Street Station station and arriving at Mentone Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Mentone?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Mentone is 27 km. The road distance is 22.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Mentone without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Melbourne Central Station to Mentone, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Melbourne Central Station to Mentone?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Mentone is to train which takes 54 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 302 bus and line 903 bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Mentone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Mentone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Mentone?

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

Where can I stay near Mentone?

There are 4856+ hotels available in Mentone.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Mentone Stationtrain Frankston
54 min
$6
Drive 22.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Central Station to Mentonecar 22.3 km
22 min
$4–6
Line 302 bus, line 903 bus
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 Rogers St/Balcombe Rdbus 903
2h 9m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Central Station to Mentonetaxi 22.3 km
22 min
$55–70
Train via Melbourne Central Station
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Mentone Stationtrain Frankston
55 min
$6

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Distance: 26.5 km
Duration: 54 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Mentone Station every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melbourne Central Station to Rogers St/Balcombe Rd via Swanston St/Lonsdale St and Box Hill Bus Station/Station St in around 2h 9m.

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