What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Baxter?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Baxter is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Baxter?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Baxter is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Baxter?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Baxter. However, there are services departing from Swan St/Punt Rd and arriving at Deborah Dr/Frankston - Flinders Rd via Elsternwick Station/Horne St and Frankston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Baxter?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Baxter station. However, there are services departing from Flinders Street Station and arriving at Frankston Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Baxter?

The distance between Melbourne and Baxter is 50 km. The road distance is 51.3 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Baxter without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Baxter without a car is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Baxter?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Melbourne to Baxter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Baxter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Baxter train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Baxter?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Baxter is to train which takes 1h 56m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 246 bus and bus, which costs $40 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Melbourne to Baxter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Baxter train arrive?

Melbourne to Baxter train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Frankston Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Baxter?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Baxter is 51 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Melbourne to Baxter.

Where can I stay near Baxter?

There are 630+ hotels available in Baxter.

Melbourne to Baxter - 4 ways to travel via train, line 246 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
1h 56m
$12
Drive 51.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Baxtercar 51.3 km
43 min
$10–14
Line 246 bus, 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 Frankston - Melbourne Airport
3h 12m
$40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Baxtertaxi 51.3 km
43 min
$120–150

Melbourne to Baxter by train and bus

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1h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 50.3 km
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Baxter, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swan St/Punt Rd to Deborah Dr/Frankston - Flinders Rd via Elsternwick Station/Horne St and Frankston in around 3h 12m.

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