What is the cheapest way to get from Stawell to Dandenong?

The cheapest way to get from Stawell to Dandenong is to train via Ararat Station which costs $40 - $80 and takes 4h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stawell to Dandenong?

The fastest way to get from Stawell to Dandenong is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Stawell and Dandenong?

No, there is no direct bus from Stawell to Dandenong. However, there are services departing from Stawell and arriving at Keneally St/Cheltenham Rd via King St/Lonsdale St and Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Stawell and Dandenong?

No, there is no direct train from Stawell station to Dandenong station. However, there are services departing from Stawell Station and arriving at Yarraman Station via Ararat Station, Footscray Station and Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Stawell to Dandenong?

The distance between Stawell and Dandenong is 265 km. The road distance is 259.1 km.

How do I travel from Stawell to Dandenong without a car?

The best way to get from Stawell to Dandenong without a car is to train via Ararat Station which takes 4h 47m and costs $40 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Stawell to Dandenong?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Stawell to Dandenong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stawell to Dandenong bus from?

Stawell to Dandenong bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Stawell station.

Where do I catch the Stawell to Dandenong train from?

Stawell to Dandenong train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ararat Station.

Train or bus from Stawell to Dandenong?

The best way to get from Stawell to Dandenong is to train via Ararat Station which takes 4h 47m and costs $40 - $80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $107 - $111 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Stawell to Dandenong bus arrive?

Stawell to Dandenong bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal station.

Where does the Stawell to Dandenong train arrive?

Stawell to Dandenong train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Stawell to Dandenong?

Yes, the driving distance between Stawell to Dandenong is 259 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Stawell to Dandenong.

Where can I stay near Dandenong?

There are 938+ hotels available in Dandenong.

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There are 4 ways to get from Stawell to Dandenong by train, bus, or car

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Train via Ararat Station
best
1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
4h 47m
$43–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stawell to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
6h 4m
$107–111
Drive 259.1 km
1. Drive from Stawell to Dandenongcar 259.1 km
3h 7m
$47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Stawell Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
5h 13m
$81–169

Stawell to Dandenong by train

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Distance: 265.1 km
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Stawell, VIC, Australia and Dandenong, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Ararat Station to Footscray Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Stawell to Southern Cross Coach Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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