What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat is to train and line 788 bus which costs $12 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Arthurs Seat?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat. However, there are services departing from Swan St/Punt Rd and arriving at McCrae Beach/Point Nepean Rd via Elsternwick Station/Horne St and Frankston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat?

The distance between Melbourne and Arthurs Seat is 75 km. The road distance is 76.4 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat without a car is to train and line 788 bus which takes 2h 13m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Arthurs Seat bus from?

Melbourne to Arthurs Seat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Swan St/Punt Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne to Arthurs Seat bus arrive?

Melbourne to Arthurs Seat bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Elsternwick Station/Horne St.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Arthurs Seat is 76 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat.

Where can I stay near Arthurs Seat?

There are 1603+ hotels available in Arthurs Seat.

Melbourne to Arthurs Seat - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 788 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne to Arthurs Seat by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 788 bus
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1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the bus from Frankston to Visitor Information/Point Nepean Rdbus 788 / ...
2h 13m
$12
Line 246 bus, bus, line 788 bus
1. Take the bus from Swan St/Punt Rd to Elsternwick Station/Horne Stbus 246
2. Take the bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Frankstonbus
3. Take the bus from Frankston to McCrae Beach/Point Nepean Rdbus 788 / ...
3h 33m
$40
Drive 76.4 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Arthurs Seatcar 76.4 km
1h 5m
$14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Arthurs Seattaxi 76.4 km
1h 5m
$170–210

Melbourne to Arthurs Seat by train and bus

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2h 13mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.9 km
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Arthurs Seat, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Swan St/Punt Rd to McCrae Beach/Point Nepean Rd via Elsternwick Station/Horne St and Frankston in around 3h 33m.

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