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

The cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Clayton is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Clayton is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between South Melbourne and Clayton?

No, there is no direct bus from South Melbourne to Clayton. However, there are services departing from Bridport St/Richardson St and arriving at Coane St/North Rd via St Kilda St/Bent Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between South Melbourne and Clayton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Anzac Station station and arriving at Clayton Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Clayton?

The distance between South Melbourne and Clayton is 17 km. The road distance is 19.4 km.

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

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Clayton without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Anzac Station to Clayton Station takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

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

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

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

South Melbourne to Clayton train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Anzac Station.

Train or bus from South Melbourne to Clayton?

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Clayton is to train which takes 24 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 606 bus and line 630 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the South Melbourne to Clayton bus arrive?

South Melbourne to Clayton bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Kingsley St/Ormond Rd station.

Where does the South Melbourne to Clayton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Clayton?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Clayton is 19 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from South Melbourne to Clayton.

Where can I stay near Clayton?

There are 5178+ hotels available in Clayton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Anzac Station to Clayton Stationtrain Pakenham / ...
24 min
$6
Drive 19.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Claytoncar 19.4 km
19 min
$4–5
Line 606 bus, line 630 bus
1. Take the bus from Bridport St/Richardson St to Kingsley St/Ormond Rdbus 606
2. Take the bus from St Kilda St/Bent Ave to Coane St/North Rdbus 630
1h 13m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Melbourne to Claytontaxi 19.4 km
19 min
$45–60

South Melbourne to Clayton by train

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Distance: 16.9 km
Duration: 24 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Anzac Station to Clayton Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridport St/Richardson St to Coane St/North Rd via Kingsley St/Ormond Rd and St Kilda St/Bent Ave in around 1h 13m.

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