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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Montrose and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Montrose to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Leith Rd and arriving at Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via Mitcham Station/Colombo St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Montrose to Melbourne?

The distance between Montrose and Melbourne is 42 km. The road distance is 35.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Montrose to Melbourne without a car is to line 679 bus and train which takes 1h 18m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Montrose to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montrose to Melbourne bus from?

Montrose to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Leith Rd station.

Where does the Montrose to Melbourne bus arrive?

Montrose to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy.

Can I drive from Montrose to Melbourne?

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

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5298+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Montrose to Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 679 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Montrose to Melbourne by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 679 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Leith Rd to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 679
2. Take the train from Ringwood Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
1h 18m
$12
Drive 35.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Montrose to Melbournecar 35.7 km
37 min
$7–10
Line 679 bus, line 907 bus
1. Take the bus from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Leith Rd to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 679
2. Take the bus from Mitcham Station/Colombo St to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale Stbus 907
1h 44m
$18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Montrose to Melbournetaxi 35.7 km
37 min
$85–110
Line 679 bus, train via Flinders Street Station
1. Take the bus from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Leith Rd to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 679
2. Take the train from Ringwood Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
1h 19m
$12
Line 688 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Montrose CFA/Mt Dandenong Rd to Croydon Station/Railway Avebus 688
2. Take the train from Croydon Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Lilydale
1h 36m
$12

Montrose to Melbourne by bus and train

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1h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.3 km
Duration: 1h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd/Leith Rd to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood Station, Mitcham Station, and Mitcham Station/Colombo St in around 1h 44m.

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