What is the cheapest way to get from Port Melbourne to Frankston?

The cheapest way to get from Port Melbourne to Frankston is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Melbourne to Frankston?

The fastest way to get from Port Melbourne to Frankston is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Port Melbourne and Frankston?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Melbourne to Frankston. However, there are services departing from Bay Street Shops/Bay St and arriving at Quest/435-437 Nepean Hwy via Elsternwick Station/Horne St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Port Melbourne and Frankston?

No, there is no direct train from Port Melbourne to Frankston station. However, there are services departing from Graham St/Light Rail #128 and arriving at Frankston Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Port Melbourne to Frankston?

The distance between Port Melbourne and Frankston is 47 km. The road distance is 39.9 km.

How do I travel from Port Melbourne to Frankston without a car?

The best way to get from Port Melbourne to Frankston without a car is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Port Melbourne to Frankston?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Port Melbourne to Frankston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Melbourne to Frankston bus from?

Port Melbourne to Frankston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Bay Street Shops/Bay St station.

Where do I catch the Port Melbourne to Frankston train from?

Port Melbourne to Frankston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Train or bus from Port Melbourne to Frankston?

The best way to get from Port Melbourne to Frankston is to train which takes 1h 34m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 606 bus and bus, which costs $34 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Port Melbourne to Frankston bus arrive?

Port Melbourne to Frankston bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Elsternwick Station/20 Horne St.

Where does the Port Melbourne to Frankston train arrive?

Port Melbourne to Frankston train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Frankston Station.

Can I drive from Port Melbourne to Frankston?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Melbourne to Frankston is 40 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Port Melbourne to Frankston.

Where can I stay near Frankston?

There are 592+ hotels available in Frankston.

Port Melbourne to Frankston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 606 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Port Melbourne to Frankston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
1h 34m
$12
Drive 39.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Melbourne to Frankstoncar 39.9 km
41 min
$8–11
Line 606 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bay Street Shops/Bay St to Elsternwick Station/20 Horne Stbus 606
2. Take the bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Quest/435-437 Nepean Hwybus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2h 21m
$34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Melbourne to Frankstontaxi 39.9 km
41 min
$95–120

Port Melbourne to Frankston by tram, foot, and train

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1h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 47 km
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Port Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Frankston, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bay Street Shops/Bay St to Quest/435-437 Nepean Hwy via Elsternwick Station/Horne St in around 2h 21m.

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