What is the cheapest way to get from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne is to line 456 bus and line 216 bus which costs $6 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Rockbank (Station) and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from 195 Westcott Pde and arriving at County Court/Lonsdale St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Rockbank (Station) and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rockbank Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne?

The distance between Rockbank (Station) and Melbourne is 29 km. The road distance is 31.7 km.

How do I travel from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs $8 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne?

The train from Rockbank Station to Southern Cross Station takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne bus from?

Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from 195 Westcott Pde station.

Where do I catch the Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne train from?

Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Rockbank Station.

Train or bus from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne is to train which takes 34 min and costs $8 - $11. Alternatively, you can line 456 bus and line 216 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne bus arrive?

Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Where does the Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne train arrive?

Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne is 32 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 456 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rockbank Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
34 min
$8–11
Line 456 bus, line 216 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 195 Westcott Pde to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 456
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to County Court/Lonsdale Stbus 216 / ...
1h 42m
$6
Drive 31.7 km
1. Drive from Rockbank (Station) to Melbournecar 31.7 km
30 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rockbank (Station) to Melbournetaxi 31.7 km
30 min
$75–95

Rockbank (Station) to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 29.3 km
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Rockbank (Station), VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Rockbank Station to Southern Cross Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Rockbank (Station) to County Court/Lonsdale St via 195 Westcott Pde and Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 1h 42m.

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