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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Knox is to drive which takes 28 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Knox?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Knox. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Austin St/Burwood Hwy via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Knox?

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 Knox?

The distance between Melbourne and Knox is 36 km. The road distance is 33.6 km.

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

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

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

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 Knox bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Knox train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Knox?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Knox 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 51m.

Where does the Melbourne to Knox bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Knox train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Knox?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Knox is 34 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Melbourne to Knox.

Where can I stay near Knox?

There are 914+ hotels available in Knox.

Melbourne to Knox - 4 ways to travel via train, line 302 bus, and line 732 bus

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

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Train
best
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 Austin St/Burwood Hwybus 732
1h 51m
$6
Drive 33.6 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Knoxcar 33.6 km
28 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Knoxtaxi 33.6 km
28 min
$80–100

Melbourne to Knox by train

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Distance: 35.6 km
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Knox, 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 Austin St/Burwood Hwy via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St in around 1h 51m.

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