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

The cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Chelsea is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Chelsea is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between South Melbourne and Chelsea?

No, there is no direct bus from South Melbourne to Chelsea. However, there are services departing from Bridport St/Richardson St and arriving at Chelsea via Elsternwick Station/Horne St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between South Melbourne and Chelsea?

No, there is no direct train from South Melbourne to Chelsea station. However, there are services departing from Cecil St/Park St #25 and arriving at Chelsea Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Chelsea?

The distance between South Melbourne and Chelsea is 35 km. The road distance is 29.3 km.

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

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Chelsea without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from South Melbourne to Chelsea, including transfers.

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

South Melbourne to Chelsea bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Bridport St/Richardson St station.

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

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

Train or bus from South Melbourne to Chelsea?

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Chelsea is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 606 bus and bus, which costs $34 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the South Melbourne to Chelsea bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Melbourne to Chelsea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Chelsea?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Chelsea is 29 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from South Melbourne to Chelsea.

Where can I stay near Chelsea?

There are 671+ hotels available in Chelsea.

South Melbourne to Chelsea - 4 ways to travel via train, line 606 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Chelsea Stationtrain Frankston
1h 11m
$12
Drive 29.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Chelseacar 29.3 km
28 min
$6–8
Line 606 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bridport St/Richardson St to Elsternwick Station/20 Horne Stbus 606
2. Take the bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Chelseabus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2h 4m
$34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Melbourne to Chelseataxi 29.3 km
28 min
$70–85

South Melbourne to Chelsea by tram and train

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Distance: 35 km
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Chelsea Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridport St/Richardson St to Chelsea via Elsternwick Station/Horne St in around 2h 4m.

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