What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam is to train and line 684 bus which costs $12 and takes 2h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Maroondah Dam?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Dowd Rd/Maroondah Hwy via Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam?

The distance between Melbourne and Maroondah Dam is 69 km. The road distance is 70.3 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam without a car is to train and line 684 bus which takes 2h 54m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Maroondah Dam bus from?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Maroondah Dam bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Maroondah Dam is 70 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam.

Where can I stay near Maroondah Dam?

There are 266+ hotels available in Maroondah Dam.

Melbourne to Maroondah Dam - 5 ways to travel via train, line 684 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Maroondah Dam by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 684 bus
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Lilydale Stationtrain Lilydale
2. Take the bus from Lilydale Station/Main St to Dowd Rd/Maroondah Hwybus 684
2h 54m
$12
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Ringwood Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Dowd Rd/Maroondah Hwybus 684
3h 2m
$12
Line 907 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Dowd Rd/Maroondah Hwybus 684
3h 30m
$12
Drive 70.3 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Maroondah Damcar 70.3 km
1h 14m
$13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Maroondah Damtaxi 70.3 km
1h 14m
$160–200

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Distance: 69.2 km
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Maroondah Dam, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Maroondah Dam via Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, and Dowd Rd/Maroondah Hwy in around 3h 30m.

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