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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Emerald is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 48 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Emerald is to drive which takes 48 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Emerald?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Emerald station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central Station and arriving at Belgrave Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Emerald?

The distance between Melbourne and Emerald is 53 km. The road distance is 48.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Emerald without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Melbourne to Emerald, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Emerald train from?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Emerald train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Emerald?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Emerald is 48 km. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Melbourne to Emerald.

Where can I stay near Emerald?

There are 452+ hotels available in Emerald.

Melbourne to Emerald - 4 ways to travel via train, line 693 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Belgrave Stationtrain Belgrave
1h 54m
$12
Drive 48.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Emeraldcar 48.1 km
48 min
$9–13
Train, line 693 bus
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Oakleigh Stationtrain Pakenham / ...
2. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rdbus 693
2h 28m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Emeraldtaxi 48.1 km
48 min
$110–140

Melbourne to Emerald by train and bus

185Weekly Services

1h 54mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53 km
Duration: 1h 54m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Belgrave Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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