What is the cheapest way to get from The Basin to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from The Basin to Melbourne is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from The Basin to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from The Basin to Melbourne is to drive which takes 36 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between The Basin and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from The Basin to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Mountain Hwy/Forest Rd and arriving at Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via Mitcham Station/Colombo St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between The Basin and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from The Basin station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Boronia Station and arriving at Flinders Street Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from The Basin to Melbourne?

The distance between The Basin and Melbourne is 36 km. The road distance is 33.7 km.

How do I travel from The Basin to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from The Basin to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from The Basin to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 1h 27m to get from The Basin to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the The Basin to Melbourne bus from?

The Basin to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Mitcham Station/Colombo St.

Where do I catch the The Basin to Melbourne train from?

The Basin to Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Boronia Station.

Train or bus from The Basin to Melbourne?

The best way to get from The Basin to Melbourne is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 907 bus, which costs $18 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the The Basin to Melbourne bus arrive?

The Basin to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the The Basin to Melbourne train arrive?

The Basin to Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from The Basin to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between The Basin to Melbourne is 34 km. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from The Basin to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5301+ hotels available in Melbourne.

The Basin to Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, line 907 bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from The Basin to Melbourne by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Boronia Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Belgrave
1h 27m
$12
Drive 33.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from The Basin to Melbournecar 33.7 km
36 min
$6–9
Line 907 bus
1. Take the bus from Mitcham Station/Colombo St to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale Stbus 907
1h 46m
$18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from The Basin to Melbournetaxi 33.7 km
36 min
$80–100
Train via Melbourne Central Station
1. Take the train from Boronia Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Belgrave
1h 35m
$12

The Basin to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 35.6 km
Duration: 1h 27m

What companies run services between The Basin, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Boronia Station to Flinders Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Mitcham Station/Colombo St to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 56 min.

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