What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Diamond Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Diamond Bay is to train and bus which costs $12 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Diamond Bay?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Diamond Bay is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Diamond Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Diamond Bay. However, there are services departing from Swan St/Punt Rd and arriving at Russell Cres/St Pauls Rd via Elsternwick Station/Horne St and Frankston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Diamond Bay?

The distance between Melbourne and Diamond Bay is 96 km. The road distance is 95.6 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Diamond Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Diamond Bay without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 3m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Diamond Bay?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Melbourne to Diamond Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Diamond Bay bus from?

Melbourne to Diamond Bay bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Elsternwick Station/Horne St.

Where does the Melbourne to Diamond Bay bus arrive?

Melbourne to Diamond Bay bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Frankston station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Diamond Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Diamond Bay is 96 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Melbourne to Diamond Bay.

Where can I stay near Diamond Bay?

There are 1825+ hotels available in Diamond Bay.

Melbourne to Diamond Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromMelbourne to Diamond Bay

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 3 ways to get from Melbourne to Diamond Bay by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the bus from Frankston to Russell Cres/St Pauls Rdbus 788
3h 3m
$12
Drive 95.6 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Diamond Baycar 95.6 km
1h 21m
$18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Frankstonbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Frankston to Russell Cres/St Pauls Rdbus 788
4h 20m
$40

Melbourne to Diamond Bay by train and bus

230Weekly Services

3h 3mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Melbourne to Diamond Bay.

Launch map view

Distance: 95.6 km
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Diamond Bay, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Swan St/Punt Rd to Russell Cres/St Pauls Rd via Elsternwick Station/Horne St and Frankston in around 4h 20m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.