What is the cheapest way to get from Melton to Carlton?

The cheapest way to get from Melton to Carlton is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melton to Carlton?

The fastest way to get from Melton to Carlton is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Melton and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Melton to Carlton. However, there are services departing from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St and arriving at Lygon St/Grattan St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St and Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Melton and Carlton?

No, there is no direct train from Melton station to Carlton station. However, there are services departing from Melton Station and arriving at Parkville Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Melton to Carlton?

The distance between Melton and Carlton is 39 km. The road distance is 39.1 km.

How do I travel from Melton to Carlton without a car?

The best way to get from Melton to Carlton without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $18.

How long does it take to get from Melton to Carlton?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Melton to Carlton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melton to Carlton bus from?

Melton to Carlton bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, depart from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St station.

Where do I catch the Melton to Carlton train from?

Melton to Carlton train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Melton Station.

Train or bus from Melton to Carlton?

The best way to get from Melton to Carlton is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Melton to Carlton bus arrive?

Melton to Carlton bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Where does the Melton to Carlton train arrive?

Melton to Carlton train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Melton to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Melton to Carlton is 39 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Melton to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5338+ hotels available in Carlton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Melton to Carlton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melton Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 8m
$18
Drive 39.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melton to Carltoncar 39.1 km
35 min
$8–11
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 456
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Parkville Stationtrain Sunbury
1h 17m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melton to Carltontaxi 39.1 km
35 min
$90–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 456
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Leeds St/Paisley Stbus 410
3. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Lygon St/Grattan Stbus 402
1h 58m
$18

Melton to Carlton by bus and train

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Distance: 39.1 km
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Melton, VIC, Australia and Carlton, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Melton Station to Footscray Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St to Lygon St/Grattan St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Leeds St/Paisley St, and Footscray Station/Irving St in around 1h 58m.

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