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

The cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Frankston is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Frankston is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between South Melbourne and Frankston?

No, there is no direct bus from South Melbourne to Frankston. However, there are services departing from Bridport St/Richardson St and arriving at Quest/435-437 Nepean Hwy via Elsternwick Station/Horne St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between South Melbourne and Frankston?

No, there is no direct train from South Melbourne to Frankston station. However, there are services departing from Cecil St/Park St #25 and arriving at Frankston Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Frankston?

The distance between South Melbourne and Frankston is 45 km. The road distance is 39.5 km.

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

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Frankston without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from South Melbourne to Frankston, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from South Melbourne to Frankston?

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Frankston is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 606 bus and bus, which costs $34 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the South Melbourne to Frankston bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Melbourne to Frankston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Frankston?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Frankston is 39 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from South Melbourne to Frankston.

Where can I stay near Frankston?

There are 594+ hotels available in Frankston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
1h 26m
$12
Drive 39.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Frankstoncar 39.5 km
40 min
$8–11
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 Quest/435-437 Nepean Hwybus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2h 19m
$34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Melbourne to Frankstontaxi 39.5 km
40 min
$90–120

South Melbourne to Frankston by tram and train

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1h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 45.4 km
Duration: 1h 26m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridport St/Richardson St to Quest/435-437 Nepean Hwy via Elsternwick Station/Horne St in around 2h 19m.

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