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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Frankston North is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Frankston North is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Frankston North?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Frankston North. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Greenways Ret Village/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Frankston North?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Frankston North station. However, there are services departing from Flinders Street Station and arriving at Kananook Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Frankston North?

The distance between Melbourne and Frankston North is 42 km. The road distance is 42.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Frankston North without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Melbourne to Frankston North, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Frankston North bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Frankston North train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Frankston North?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Frankston North is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 907 bus and bus, which costs $12 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Melbourne to Frankston North bus arrive?

Melbourne to Frankston North bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Mitcham Station/Colombo St.

Where does the Melbourne to Frankston North train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Frankston North?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Frankston North is 42 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Melbourne to Frankston North.

Where can I stay near Frankston North?

There are 596+ hotels available in Frankston North.

Melbourne to Frankston North - 5 ways to travel via train, line 907 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Frankston North by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Kananook Stationtrain Frankston
1h 18m
$12
Drive 42.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Frankston Northcar 42.4 km
37 min
$8–11
Line 907 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
2. Take the bus from Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd to Greenways Ret Village/Frankston-Dandenong Rdbus 901
2h 39m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Frankston Northtaxi 42.4 km
37 min
$100–120
Train, line 833 bus
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Carrum Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the bus from Carrum Station/Station St to Whitewood St/Excelsior Drbus 833
2h
$12

Melbourne to Frankston North by train and bus

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Distance: 42.3 km
Duration: 1h 18m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Kananook Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Greenways Ret Village/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Mitcham Station/Colombo St and Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd in around 2h 39m.

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