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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Frankston is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Frankston is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Frankston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flinders Street Station station and arriving at Frankston Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Frankston?

The distance between Melbourne and Frankston is 43 km. The road distance is 41.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Frankston without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs $6.

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

The train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Station takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Frankston train from?

Melbourne to Frankston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Where does the Melbourne to Frankston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Frankston?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Frankston is 42 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Melbourne to Frankston.

Where can I stay near Frankston?

There are 593+ hotels available in Frankston.

Melbourne to Frankston - 4 ways to travel via train, car, taxi, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne to Frankston by train, car, taxi, or shuttle

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best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
1h 7m
$6
Drive 41.6 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Frankstoncar 41.6 km
43 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Frankstontaxi 41.6 km
43 min
$95–120
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Grand Hyatt Melbourne to Frankstonshuttle Orange Route
45 min

Melbourne to Frankston by train

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Distance: 42.7 km
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, Hop It operates a shuttle from Grand Hyatt Melbourne to Frankston twice a week, and the journey takes 45 min.

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