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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Canterbury is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Canterbury is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Canterbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parliament Station station and arriving at East Camberwell Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Melbourne to Canterbury?

The distance between Melbourne and Canterbury is 10 km. The road distance is 10.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Canterbury without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Parliament Station to East Camberwell Station takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Canterbury train from?

Melbourne to Canterbury train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Parliament Station.

Where does the Melbourne to Canterbury train arrive?

Melbourne to Canterbury train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at East Camberwell Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Canterbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Canterbury is 11 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Melbourne to Canterbury.

Where can I stay near Canterbury?

There are 5240+ hotels available in Canterbury.

Melbourne to Canterbury - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne to Canterbury by train, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Parliament Station to East Camberwell Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
17 min
$6
Drive 10.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Canterburycar 10.9 km
13 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Canterburytaxi 10.9 km
13 min
$30–40
Line 70 tram
1. Take the tram from Elizabeth St/Flinders St #4 to Riversdale Station/Riversdale Rd #46tram 70
35 min
$6

Melbourne to Canterbury by train

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Distance: 9.6 km
Duration: 17 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Parliament Station to East Camberwell Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 17 min.

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