What is the cheapest way to get from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station is to bus and train which costs $7 - $22 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Phillip Island and Melbourne Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Wimbeldon Heights and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal via Koo Wee Rup Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station?

The distance between Phillip Island and Melbourne Central Station is 141 km. The road distance is 137 km.

Where do I catch the Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station bus from?

Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by V/Line, depart from Wimbeldon Heights station.

Where does the Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Koo Wee Rup Station.

Can I drive from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station is 137 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

There are 5296+ hotels available in Melbourne Central Station.

Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station - 4 ways to travel via train

Q: How do I travel from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 8m and costs $7 - $22.

Q: How long does it take to get from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ventnor Beach Rd/Gap Rd to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Dandenong Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Cranbourne / ...
3h 8m
$8–22
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Phillip Island to Stony Point Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Frankston Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Frankston
3h 14m
$188–221
Drive 137 km
1. Drive from Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Stationcar 137 km
1h 43m
$25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wimbeldon Heights to Koo Wee Rup Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Koo Wee Rup Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
3h 44m
$8–25

Phillip Island to Melbourne Central Station by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 140.7 km
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Phillip Island, VIC, Australia and Melbourne Central Station, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Wimbeldon Heights to Melbourne Central Station via Koo Wee Rup Station and Southern Cross Coach Terminal in around 3h 44m.

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