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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Mernda is to train which costs $6 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Mernda is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs $70 - $85.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Central Station to Mernda. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St and arriving at Plenty Rd/Bridge Inn Rd via La Trobe University Medical Centre/Plenty Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Central Station station and arriving at Mernda Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Mernda?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Mernda is 33 km. The road distance is 29 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Mernda 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 Mernda?

The train from Melbourne Central Station to Mernda Station takes 54 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Melbourne Central Station to Mernda?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Mernda is to train which takes 54 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 250 bus and line 382 bus, which costs $12 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Mernda bus arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Mernda bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at La Trobe University station.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Mernda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Mernda?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Mernda is 29 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Melbourne Central Station to Mernda.

Where can I stay near Mernda?

There are 299+ hotels available in Mernda.

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

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1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Mernda Stationtrain Mernda
54 min
$6
Line 250 bus, line 382 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to La Trobe Universitybus 250 / ...
2. Take the bus from La Trobe University Medical Centre/Plenty Rd to Plenty Rd/Bridge Inn Rdbus 382
2h 20m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Central Station to Merndataxi 29 km
29 min
$70–85
Drive 29 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Central Station to Merndacar 29 km
29 min
$6–8

Melbourne Central Station to Mernda by train

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Distance: 32.7 km
Duration: 54 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Mernda Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melbourne Central Station to Plenty Rd/Bridge Inn Rd via Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St, La Trobe University, and La Trobe University Medical Centre/Plenty Rd in around 2h 20m.

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