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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Montrose is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Montrose is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Montrose Rd/Leith Rd via Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Montrose?

The distance between Melbourne and Montrose is 37 km. The road distance is 35.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Montrose without a car is to train and line 688 bus which takes 1h 26m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Melbourne to Montrose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Montrose bus from?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Montrose bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Montrose is 36 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Melbourne to Montrose.

Where can I stay near Montrose?

There are 803+ hotels available in Montrose.

Melbourne to Montrose - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 688 bus

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

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Train, line 688 bus
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Croydon Stationtrain Lilydale
2. Take the bus from Croydon Station/Railway Ave to Mt Dandenong Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rdbus 688 / ...
1h 26m
$11
Drive 35.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Montrosecar 35.6 km
37 min
$7–10
Line 907 bus, line 679 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 Montrose Rd/Leith Rdbus 679
2h 2m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Montrosetaxi 35.6 km
37 min
$85–110
Train, line 679 bus
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Ringwood Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Montrose Rd/Leith Rdbus 679
1h 35m
$11

Melbourne to Montrose by train and bus

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1h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 37.2 km
Duration: 1h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Montrose Rd/Leith Rd via Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 2h 2m.

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