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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Frankston South is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Frankston South is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Frankston South?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Frankston South. However, there are services departing from Swan St/Punt Rd and arriving at Frankston-Flinders Rd/Golf Links Rd via Elsternwick Station/Horne St and Frankston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Frankston South?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Frankston South station. However, there are services departing from Flinders Street Station and arriving at Frankston Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Frankston South?

The distance between Melbourne and Frankston South is 46 km. The road distance is 47.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Frankston South without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Melbourne to Frankston South, including transfers.

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

Melbourne to Frankston South bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Swan St/Punt Rd station.

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

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Frankston South?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Frankston South is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 246 bus and bus, which costs $40 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Melbourne to Frankston South bus arrive?

Melbourne to Frankston South bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Elsternwick Station/Horne St.

Where does the Melbourne to Frankston South train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Frankston South?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Frankston South is 48 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Melbourne to Frankston South.

Where can I stay near Frankston South?

There are 627+ hotels available in Frankston South.

Melbourne to Frankston South - 4 ways to travel via train, line 246 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
1h 35m
$12
Drive 47.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Frankston Southcar 47.6 km
41 min
$9–13
Line 246 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Swan St/Punt Rd to Elsternwick Station/Horne Stbus 246
2. Take the bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Frankstonbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2h 52m
$40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Frankston Southtaxi 47.6 km
41 min
$110–140

Melbourne to Frankston South by train and bus

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1h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 46.4 km
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Frankston South, 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, you can take a bus from Swan St/Punt Rd to Frankston-Flinders Rd/Golf Links Rd via Elsternwick Station/Horne St and Frankston in around 2h 52m.

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