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

The cheapest way to get from Stawell to Frankston is to train via Ararat Station which costs $40 - $80 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stawell to Frankston is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct train between Stawell and Frankston?

No, there is no direct train from Stawell station to Frankston station. However, there are services departing from Stawell Station and arriving at Frankston Station via Ararat Station, Footscray Station and Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Stawell to Frankston?

The distance between Stawell and Frankston is 278 km. The road distance is 272 km.

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

The best way to get from Stawell to Frankston without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 55m and costs $101 - $105.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Stawell to Frankston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stawell to Frankston train from?

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

Where does the Stawell to Frankston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stawell to Frankston?

Yes, the driving distance between Stawell to Frankston is 272 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Stawell to Frankston.

Where can I stay near Frankston?

There are 592+ hotels available in Frankston.

Stawell to Frankston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Stawell to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
4h 55m
$101–105
Train via Ararat Station
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
5h 17m
$43–76
Drive 272 km
1. Drive from Stawell to Frankstoncar 272 km
3h 16m
$49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Stawell Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Frankston Stationtrain Frankston
5h 39m
$75–163

Stawell to Frankston by bus and train

7Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 277.8 km
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from Stawell Station to Frankston Station via Ararat Station, Footscray Station, and Flinders Street Station in around 5h 17m.

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