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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Dandenong South is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 33 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Dandenong South is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Dandenong South?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Dandenong South. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Healey Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Dandenong South?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Dandenong South station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall Station and arriving at Lynbrook Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Dandenong South?

The distance between Melbourne and Dandenong South is 36 km. The road distance is 38 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Dandenong South without a car is to train and line 901 bus which takes 1h 11m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Melbourne to Dandenong South, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Dandenong South bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Dandenong South train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Dandenong South?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Dandenong South is to line 907 bus and line 901 bus which takes 2h 22m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $12 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Melbourne to Dandenong South bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Dandenong South train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Dandenong South?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Dandenong South is 38 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Melbourne to Dandenong South.

Where can I stay near Dandenong South?

There are 771+ hotels available in Dandenong South.

Melbourne to Dandenong South - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 901 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Dandenong South by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 901 bus
best
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Dandenong Stationtrain Pakenham / ...
2. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Healey Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rdbus 901
1h 11m
$11
Drive 38 km
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1. Drive from Melbourne to Dandenong Southcar 38 km
33 min
$7–10
Line 907 bus, line 901 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 Healey Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rdbus 901
2h 22m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Dandenong Southtaxi 38 km
33 min
$90–110
Train
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Lynbrook Stationtrain Cranbourne
1h 34m
$11

Melbourne to Dandenong South by train and bus

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Distance: 35.5 km
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What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Dandenong South, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Healey Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Mitcham Station/Colombo St and Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd in around 2h 22m. Alternatively, Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Town Hall Station to Lynbrook Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 50 min.

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