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

The cheapest way to get from The Patch to Melbourne is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from The Patch to Melbourne is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct train between The Patch and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from The Patch station to Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Belgrave Station and arriving at Flinders Street Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from The Patch to Melbourne?

The distance between The Patch and Melbourne is 48 km. The road distance is 45 km.

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

The best way to get from The Patch to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from The Patch to Melbourne, including transfers.

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

The Patch to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy.

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

The Patch to Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Belgrave Station.

Train or bus from The Patch to Melbourne?

The best way to get from The Patch to Melbourne is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the The Patch to Melbourne bus arrive?

The Patch to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Where does the The Patch to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from The Patch to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between The Patch to Melbourne is 45 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from The Patch to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5287+ hotels available in Melbourne.

The Patch to Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

Q: Is there a direct bus between The Patch and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from The Patch to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Lawrence Ct/The Patch Rd and arriving at Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy and Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Belgrave Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Belgrave
1h 43m
$12
Drive 45 km
cheapest
1. Drive from The Patch to Melbournecar 45 km
44 min
$8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus 732
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale Stbus 302
2h 37m
$18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from The Patch to Melbournetaxi 45 km
44 min
$100–130
Train via Melbourne Central Station
1. Take the train from Belgrave Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Belgrave
1h 53m
$12

The Patch to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 47.6 km
Duration: 1h 43m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Belgrave Station to Flinders Street Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lawrence Ct/The Patch Rd to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy, and Box Hill Bus Station/Station St in around 2h 37m.

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