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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank is to line 220 bus and line 456 bus which costs $6 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $70 - $85.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank. However, there are services departing from Lonsdale St/Queen St and arriving at Rockbank Caravan Park/Westcott Pde via Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Central Station station to Rockbank station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central Station and arriving at Rockbank Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Rockbank is 31 km. The road distance is 29.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs $13 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank, including transfers.

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

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

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

Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank is to train which takes 51 min and costs $13 - $17. Alternatively, you can line 220 bus and line 456 bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank bus arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank train arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Rockbank Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank is 29 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank.

Where can I stay near Rockbank?

There are 478+ hotels available in Rockbank.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Rockbank Stationtrain Ballarat
51 min
$14–16
Drive 29.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbankcar 29.5 km
28 min
$6–8
Train, line 456 bus
1. Take the train from State Library Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Sunbury
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Rockbank Caravan Park/Westcott Pdebus 456
1h 25m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbanktaxi 29.5 km
28 min
$70–85
Line 220 bus, line 456 bus
1. Take the bus from Lonsdale St/Queen St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 216 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Rockbank Caravan Park/Westcott Pdebus 456
2h 7m
$6

Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank by train

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Distance: 31 km
Duration: 51 min

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Rockbank Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melbourne Central Station to Rockbank Caravan Park/Westcott Pde via Lonsdale St/Queen St and Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 2h 7m.

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