What is the cheapest way to get from East Melbourne to Fawkner?

The cheapest way to get from East Melbourne to Fawkner is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from East Melbourne to Fawkner?

The fastest way to get from East Melbourne to Fawkner is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between East Melbourne and Fawkner?

No, there is no direct bus from East Melbourne to Fawkner. However, there are services departing from Cromwell St/Victoria Pde and arriving at Edwardes St/Newlands Rd via Plenty Rd/Dunne St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between East Melbourne and Fawkner?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parliament Station station and arriving at Gowrie Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from East Melbourne to Fawkner?

The distance between East Melbourne and Fawkner is 17 km. The road distance is 15.2 km.

How do I travel from East Melbourne to Fawkner without a car?

The best way to get from East Melbourne to Fawkner without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from East Melbourne to Fawkner?

The train from Parliament Station to Gowrie Station takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the East Melbourne to Fawkner bus from?

East Melbourne to Fawkner bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Cromwell St/Victoria Pde station.

Where do I catch the East Melbourne to Fawkner train from?

East Melbourne to Fawkner train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Parliament Station.

Train or bus from East Melbourne to Fawkner?

The best way to get from East Melbourne to Fawkner is to train which takes 31 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 350 bus and line 561 bus, which costs $10 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the East Melbourne to Fawkner bus arrive?

East Melbourne to Fawkner bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at La Trobe University station.

Where does the East Melbourne to Fawkner train arrive?

East Melbourne to Fawkner train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Gowrie Station.

Can I drive from East Melbourne to Fawkner?

Yes, the driving distance between East Melbourne to Fawkner is 15 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from East Melbourne to Fawkner.

Where can I stay near Fawkner?

There are 4962+ hotels available in Fawkner.

East Melbourne to Fawkner - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 350 bus

There are 4 ways to get from East Melbourne to Fawkner by train, bus, taxi, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Parliament Station to Gowrie StationUpfield
31 min
$6
Drive 15.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from East Melbourne to Fawkner15.2 km
18 min
$3–5
Line 350 bus, line 561 bus
1. Take the bus from Cromwell St/Victoria Pde to La Trobe University350
2. Take the bus from Plenty Rd/Dunne St to Edwardes St/Newlands Rd561
1h 15m
$9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from East Melbourne to Fawkner15.2 km
18 min
$30–40

East Melbourne to Fawkner by train

155Weekly Trains

31 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 16.5 km
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between East Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Fawkner, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Parliament Station to Gowrie Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cromwell St/Victoria Pde to Edwardes St/Newlands Rd via La Trobe University and Plenty Rd/Dunne St in around 1h 15m.

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