What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) is to drive which takes 45 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria). However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd via Croydon Station/Railway Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

The distance between Melbourne and Mt Dandenong (Victoria) is 38 km. The road distance is 41.1 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) without a car is to train and line 688 bus which takes 1h 33m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) bus from?

Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Swanston St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) bus arrive?

Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Mitcham Station/Colombo St.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) is 41 km. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria).

Where can I stay near Mt Dandenong (Victoria)?

There are 817+ hotels available in Mt Dandenong (Victoria).

Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) 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 Mercy Place Ret Village/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rdbus 688
1h 33m
$11
Drive 41.1 km
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1. Drive from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)car 41.1 km
45 min
$8–11
Line 907 bus, line 688 bus
1. Take the bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
2. Take the bus from Croydon Station/Railway Ave to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rdbus 688
2h 34m
$18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria)taxi 41.1 km
45 min
$95–120
Train, line 688 bus via Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Croydon Stationtrain Lilydale
2. Take the bus from Croydon Station/Railway Ave to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rdbus 688
2h 7m
$11

Melbourne to Mt Dandenong (Victoria) by train and bus

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Distance: 37.9 km
Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Mt Dandenong (Victoria), VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd via Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Station, Croydon Station, and Croydon Station/Railway Ave in around 2h 34m.

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