What is the cheapest way to get from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne is to line 688 bus and train which costs $11 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $8 - $13.

How far is it from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne?

The distance between Dandenong Ranges and Melbourne is 37 km. The road distance is 43.8 km.

How do I travel from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne without a car is to line 688 bus and train which takes 1h 20m and costs $11.

How long does it take to get from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne is 44 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5212+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 688 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 688 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Old Coach Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd to Croydon Station/Railway Ave688
2. Take the train from Croydon Station to Flinders Street StationLilydale / ...
1h 20m
$10
Drive 43.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne43.8 km
41 min
$9–13
Line 688 bus, line 907 bus
1. Take the bus from Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd to Croydon Station/Railway Ave688
2. Take the bus from Mitcham Station/Colombo St to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St907
2h 3m
$15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne43.8 km
41 min
$100–130
Line 688 bus, train via Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd
1. Take the bus from Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd to Croydon Station/Railway Ave688
2. Take the train from Croydon Station to Flinders Street StationLilydale / ...
1h 36m
$10

Dandenong Ranges to Melbourne by bus and train

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 37.4 km
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Dandenong Ranges, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St via Croydon Station/Railway Ave, Croydon Station, Mitcham Station, and Mitcham Station/Colombo St in around 2h 3m.

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