What is the cheapest way to get from Balnarring to Maffra?

The cheapest way to get from Balnarring to Maffra is to train which costs $30 - $50 and takes 6h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Balnarring to Maffra?

The fastest way to get from Balnarring to Maffra is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Balnarring and Maffra?

No, there is no direct bus from Balnarring to Maffra. However, there are services departing from Balnarring Village SC/Frankston-Flinders Rd and arriving at Pearson St/Johnson St via Frankston, Dandenong Station/Foster St and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Balnarring to Maffra?

The distance between Balnarring and Maffra is 264 km. The road distance is 208.5 km.

How do I travel from Balnarring to Maffra without a car?

The best way to get from Balnarring to Maffra without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 18m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Balnarring to Maffra?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Balnarring to Maffra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balnarring to Maffra bus from?

Balnarring to Maffra bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, depart from Balnarring Village SC/Frankston-Flinders Rd station.

Train or bus from Balnarring to Maffra?

The best way to get from Balnarring to Maffra is to train which takes 6h 37m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Balnarring to Maffra bus arrive?

Balnarring to Maffra bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, arrive at Frankston station.

Can I drive from Balnarring to Maffra?

Yes, the driving distance between Balnarring to Maffra is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Balnarring to Maffra.

Where can I stay near Maffra?

There are 28+ hotels available in Maffra.

Balnarring to Maffra - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Balnarring to Maffra by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Balnarring Village SC/Frankston-Flinders Rd to Frankston782
2. Take the train from Dandenong Station to Traralgon Station
3. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Pearson St/Johnson St
6h 18m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Caulfield Station to Sale StationTraralgon
6h 37m
$31–47
Drive 208.5 km
1. Drive from Balnarring to Maffra208.5 km
2h 41m
$41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Balnarring Village SC/Frankston-Flinders Rd to Frankston782
2. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Traralgon Station/Princes St
3. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Pearson St/Johnson St
6h 46m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 263.9 km
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Balnarring, VIC, Australia and Maffra, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Caulfield Station to Sale Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $7–11 and the journey takes 2h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Balnarring Village SC/Frankston-Flinders Rd to Pearson St/Johnson St via Frankston, Dandenong Station/Foster St, and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 6h 46m.

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