What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Carrum Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Carrum Downs is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Carrum Downs?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Carrum Downs is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Carrum Downs?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Carrum Downs. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Carrum Downs?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Carrum Downs station. However, there are services departing from Flinders Street Station and arriving at Kananook Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Carrum Downs?

The distance between Melbourne and Carrum Downs is 45 km. The road distance is 41.4 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Carrum Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Carrum Downs without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Carrum Downs?

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Melbourne to Carrum Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Carrum Downs bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Carrum Downs train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Carrum Downs?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Carrum Downs is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the Melbourne to Carrum Downs bus arrive?

Melbourne to Carrum Downs bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Mitcham Station/Colombo St.

Where does the Melbourne to Carrum Downs train arrive?

Melbourne to Carrum Downs train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Kananook Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Carrum Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Carrum Downs is 41 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Melbourne to Carrum Downs.

Where can I stay near Carrum Downs?

There are 630+ hotels available in Carrum Downs.

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Carrum Downs by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Kananook Stationtrain Frankston
1h 16m
$12
Drive 41.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Carrum Downscar 41.4 km
36 min
$8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
2. Take the bus from Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rdbus 901
2h 28m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Carrum Downstaxi 41.4 km
36 min
$95–120
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Dandenong Stationtrain Pakenham / ...
2. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rdbus 901
1h 17m
$12

Melbourne to Carrum Downs by train and bus

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Distance: 44.9 km
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Carrum Downs, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Kananook Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Mitcham Station/Colombo St and Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd in around 2h 28m.

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