What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully is to train which costs $6 and takes 56 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Ferntree Gully?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Forest Rd/Burwood Hwy via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Ferntree Gully?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Central Station station and arriving at Ferntree Gully Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully?

The distance between Melbourne and Ferntree Gully is 36 km. The road distance is 32.7 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully?

The train from Melbourne Central Station to Ferntree Gully Station takes 56 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Ferntree Gully bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Ferntree Gully train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully is to train which takes 56 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 302 bus and line 732 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Melbourne to Ferntree Gully bus arrive?

Melbourne to Ferntree Gully bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Where does the Melbourne to Ferntree Gully train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Ferntree Gully is 33 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Melbourne to Ferntree Gully.

Where can I stay near Ferntree Gully?

There are 866+ hotels available in Ferntree Gully.

Melbourne to Ferntree Gully - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 302 bus

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Ferntree Gully Stationtrain Belgrave
56 min
$6
Line 302 bus, line 732 bus
1. Take the bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus 302
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Forest Rd/Burwood Hwybus 732
1h 57m
$6
Drive 32.7 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Ferntree Gullycar 32.7 km
31 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Ferntree Gullytaxi 32.7 km
31 min
$75–95

Melbourne to Ferntree Gully by train

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Distance: 35.6 km
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Ferntree Gully, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Ferntree Gully Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Forest Rd/Burwood Hwy via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St in around 1h 57m.

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