What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Eltham Station?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Eltham Station is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Eltham Station?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Eltham Station is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Eltham Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Eltham Station station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St and arriving at Eltham Station/Main Rd via Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Eltham Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Central Station station and arriving at Eltham Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Melbourne to Eltham Station?

The distance between Melbourne and Eltham Station is 27 km. The road distance is 22.7 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Eltham Station without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Eltham Station without a car is to train which takes 47 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Eltham Station?

The train from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham Station takes 47 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Eltham Station bus from?

Melbourne to Eltham Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Eltham Station train from?

Melbourne to Eltham Station train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Melbourne Central Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Eltham Station?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Eltham Station is to train which takes 47 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Melbourne to Eltham Station bus arrive?

Melbourne to Eltham Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne to Eltham Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Eltham Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Eltham Station is 23 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Melbourne to Eltham Station.

Where can I stay near Eltham Station?

There are 5041+ hotels available in Eltham Station.

Melbourne to Eltham Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham Stationtrain Hurstbridge
47 min
$6
Drive 22.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Eltham Stationcar 22.7 km
27 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rdbus 207 / ...
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd to Eltham Station/Main Rdbus 902
1h 18m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Eltham Stationtaxi 22.7 km
27 min
$55–70

Melbourne to Eltham Station by train

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Distance: 27 km
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Eltham Station, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to Eltham Station/Main Rd via Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd in around 1h 18m.

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