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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Blackburn is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Blackburn is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Albert St/Railway Rd via Donvale Terminus/Mitcham Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Blackburn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Central Station station and arriving at Blackburn Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Melbourne to Blackburn?

The distance between Melbourne and Blackburn is 18 km. The road distance is 17.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Melbourne Central Station to Blackburn Station takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Blackburn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Blackburn train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Blackburn?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Blackburn is to train which takes 34 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 907 bus and line 271 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Melbourne to Blackburn bus arrive?

Melbourne to Blackburn bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Mulsanne Way/Mitcham Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne to Blackburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Blackburn is 18 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Melbourne to Blackburn.

Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 5255+ hotels available in Blackburn.

Melbourne to Blackburn - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 907 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Blackburn Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
34 min
$6
Drive 17.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Blackburncar 17.9 km
22 min
$4–5
Line 907 bus, line 271 bus
1. Take the bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Mulsanne Way/Mitcham Rdbus 907
2. Take the bus from Donvale Terminus/Mitcham Rd to Albert St/Railway Rdbus 271
1h 18m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Blackburntaxi 17.9 km
22 min
$45–55

Melbourne to Blackburn by train

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Distance: 18.4 km
Duration: 34 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Blackburn Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Albert St/Railway Rd via Mulsanne Way/Mitcham Rd and Donvale Terminus/Mitcham Rd in around 1h 18m.

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