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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Dandenong is to train which costs $6 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Dandenong is to drive which takes 28 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Dandenong?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Town Hall Station station and arriving at Yarraman Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Melbourne to Dandenong?

The distance between Melbourne and Dandenong is 27 km. The road distance is 31.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Dandenong without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Town Hall Station to Yarraman Station takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Dandenong train from?

Melbourne to Dandenong train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Town Hall Station.

Where does the Melbourne to Dandenong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Dandenong?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Dandenong is 32 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Melbourne to Dandenong.

Where can I stay near Dandenong?

There are 941+ hotels available in Dandenong.

Melbourne to Dandenong - 4 ways to travel via train, line 800 bus, car

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Yarraman Stationtrain Cranbourne / ...
39 min
$6
Train, line 800 bus
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Oakleigh Stationtrain Pakenham / ...
2. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Hemmings St/Potter Stbus 800
1h 17m
$12
Drive 31.9 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Dandenongcar 31.9 km
28 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Dandenongtaxi 31.9 km
28 min
$75–95

Melbourne to Dandenong by train

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Distance: 27.4 km
Duration: 39 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Town Hall Station to Yarraman Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 39 min.

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