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

The cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Rye is to train and bus which costs $18 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Rye is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between South Melbourne and Rye?

No, there is no direct bus from South Melbourne to Rye. However, there are services departing from Bridport St/Richardson St and arriving at Elgan Ave/Point Nepean Rd via Elsternwick Station/Horne St and Frankston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Rye?

The distance between South Melbourne and Rye is 90 km. The road distance is 87.8 km.

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

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Rye without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from South Melbourne to Rye, including transfers.

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

South Melbourne to Rye bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Elsternwick Station/Horne St.

Where does the South Melbourne to Rye bus arrive?

South Melbourne to Rye bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Frankston station.

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Rye?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Rye is 88 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from South Melbourne to Rye.

Where can I stay near Rye?

There are 1657+ hotels available in Rye.

South Melbourne to Rye - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the bus from Frankston to Lyons St/Point Nepean Rdbus 788
3h 5m
$18
Drive 87.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Ryecar 87.8 km
1h 13m
$16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Frankstonbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Frankston to Elgan Ave/Point Nepean Rdbus 788
4h 1m
$40
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Melbourne to Ryetaxi 87.8 km
1h 13m
$200–240

South Melbourne to Rye by tram, train, and bus

230Weekly Services

3h 5mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 89.9 km
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Bridport St/Richardson St to Elgan Ave/Point Nepean Rd via Elsternwick Station/Horne St and Frankston in around 4h 1m.

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