What is the cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Bentleigh?

The cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Bentleigh is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Bentleigh?

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Bentleigh is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between South Melbourne and Bentleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from South Melbourne station to Bentleigh station. However, there are services departing from St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St and arriving at Bentleigh Station/Centre Rd via Middle Brighton Station/Male St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between South Melbourne and Bentleigh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flinders Street Station station and arriving at Bentleigh Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Bentleigh?

The distance between South Melbourne and Bentleigh is 15 km. The road distance is 12.7 km.

How do I travel from South Melbourne to Bentleigh without a car?

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Bentleigh without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from South Melbourne to Bentleigh?

The train from Flinders Street Station to Bentleigh Station takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the South Melbourne to Bentleigh bus from?

South Melbourne to Bentleigh bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St.

Where do I catch the South Melbourne to Bentleigh train from?

South Melbourne to Bentleigh train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Train or bus from South Melbourne to Bentleigh?

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Bentleigh is to train which takes 27 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the South Melbourne to Bentleigh bus arrive?

South Melbourne to Bentleigh bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Church St/Male St station.

Where does the South Melbourne to Bentleigh train arrive?

South Melbourne to Bentleigh train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Bentleigh Station.

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Bentleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Bentleigh is 13 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from South Melbourne to Bentleigh.

Where can I stay near Bentleigh?

There are 5333+ hotels available in Bentleigh.

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There are 4 ways to get from South Melbourne to Bentleigh by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Bentleigh Stationtrain Frankston
27 min
$6
Drive 12.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Bentleighcar 12.7 km
13 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St to Church St/Male Stbus 922
2. Take the bus from Middle Brighton Station/Male St to Bentleigh Station/Centre Rdbus 703
1h 19m
$18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Melbourne to Bentleightaxi 12.7 km
13 min
$30–45

South Melbourne to Bentleigh by train

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Distance: 15.2 km
Duration: 27 min

What companies run services between South Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Bentleigh, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Bentleigh Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127 to Bentleigh Station/Centre Rd via St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St #132, St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St, Church St/Male St, and Middle Brighton Station/Male St in around 1h 19m.

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