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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Monash is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Monash is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Monash?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Central Station station and arriving at Syndal Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Melbourne to Monash?

The distance between Melbourne and Monash is 21 km. The road distance is 23.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Monash without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Melbourne Central Station to Syndal Station takes 36 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Monash train from?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Monash train arrive?

Melbourne to Monash train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Syndal Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Monash?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Monash is 24 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Melbourne to Monash.

Where can I stay near Monash?

There are 5137+ hotels available in Monash.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Syndal Stationtrain Glen Waverley
36 min
$6
Drive 23.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Monashcar 23.9 km
19 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Monashtaxi 23.9 km
19 min
$55–70
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 Blackburn Rd/Ferntree Gully Rdbus 693 / ...
44 min
$12

Melbourne to Monash by train

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Distance: 20.6 km
Duration: 36 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Syndal Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 36 min.

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