What is the cheapest way to get from Prahran to Forest Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Prahran to Forest Hill is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Prahran to Forest Hill?

The fastest way to get from Prahran to Forest Hill is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct train between Prahran and Forest Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Prahran station to Forest Hill station. However, there are services departing from Hawksburn Station and arriving at Nunawading Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Prahran to Forest Hill?

The distance between Prahran and Forest Hill is 22 km. The road distance is 17.8 km.

How do I travel from Prahran to Forest Hill without a car?

The best way to get from Prahran to Forest Hill without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Prahran to Forest Hill?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Prahran to Forest Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prahran to Forest Hill train from?

Prahran to Forest Hill train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Richmond Station.

Where does the Prahran to Forest Hill train arrive?

Prahran to Forest Hill train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Nunawading Station.

Can I drive from Prahran to Forest Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Prahran to Forest Hill is 18 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Prahran to Forest Hill.

Where can I stay near Forest Hill?

There are 5190+ hotels available in Forest Hill.

Prahran to Forest Hill - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 6 tram

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There are 6 ways to get from Prahran to Forest Hill by train, tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Richmond Station to Nunawading Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
59 min
$12
Drive 17.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Prahran to Forest Hillcar 17.8 km
20 min
$4–5
Line 6 tram, line 734 bus, line 902 bus
1. Take the tram from Lewisham Rd/High St #34 to Malvern Rd/High St #53tram 6
2. Take the bus from Glen Iris Station/Wills St to Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pdebus 734
3. Take the bus from Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pde to Forest Hill Reserve/Springvale Rdbus 902
1h 32m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prahran to Forest Hilltaxi 17.8 km
20 min
$45–55
Line 6 tram, train, line 902 bus
1. Take the tram from Lewisham Rd/High St #34 to Malvern Rd/High St #53tram 6
2. Take the train from Glen Iris Station to Glen Waverley Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Glen Waverley Station/Railway Pde to Forest Hill Reserve/Springvale Rdbus 902
1h 8m
$18
Line 64 tram, line 703 bus
1. Take the tram from The Avenue/Dandenong Rd #34 to East Brighton/Hawthorn Rd #68tram 64
2. Take the bus from Lilac Cres/Centre Rd to Forest Hill SC/Canterbury Rdbus 703
1h 54m
$12

Prahran to Forest Hill by train and bus

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Distance: 22.1 km
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Prahran, VIC, Australia and Forest Hill, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Richmond Station to Nunawading Station every 15 minutes, and the journey takes 31 min.

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