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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Lakeside is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Lakeside is to drive which takes 52 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Lakeside?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne station to Lakeside station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central Station and arriving at Belgrave Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Lakeside?

The distance between Melbourne and Lakeside is 56 km. The road distance is 50.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Lakeside without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Melbourne to Lakeside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Lakeside train from?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Lakeside train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Lakeside?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Lakeside is 51 km. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Melbourne to Lakeside.

Where can I stay near Lakeside?

There are 451+ hotels available in Lakeside.

Melbourne to Lakeside - 4 ways to travel via train, line 693 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Belgrave Stationtrain Belgrave
2h 8m
$12
Drive 50.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Lakesidecar 50.6 km
52 min
$10–14
Train, line 693 bus
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Oakleigh Stationtrain Pakenham / ...
2. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rdbus 693
2h 42m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Lakesidetaxi 50.6 km
52 min
$110–150

Melbourne to Lakeside by train, bus, and foot

185Weekly Services

2h 8mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 55.8 km
Duration: 2h 8m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Belgrave Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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