What is the cheapest way to get from Footscray to Carrum Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Carrum Downs is to line 907 bus and bus which costs $10 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Footscray to Carrum Downs?

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Carrum Downs is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Carrum Downs?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Carrum Downs. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via King St/Lonsdale St and Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Footscray to Carrum Downs?

The distance between Footscray and Carrum Downs is 52 km. The road distance is 46.6 km.

How do I travel from Footscray to Carrum Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Footscray to Carrum Downs without a car is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs $11.

How long does it take to get from Footscray to Carrum Downs?

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Footscray to Carrum Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Carrum Downs bus from?

Footscray to Carrum Downs bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from King St/Lonsdale St station.

Train or bus from Footscray to Carrum Downs?

The best way to get from Footscray to Carrum Downs is to train which takes 1h 40m and costs $11. Alternatively, you can line 907 bus and bus, which costs $10 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Footscray to Carrum Downs bus arrive?

Footscray to Carrum Downs bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Mitcham Station/Colombo St.

Can I drive from Footscray to Carrum Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Carrum Downs is 47 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Footscray to Carrum Downs.

Where can I stay near Carrum Downs?

There are 605+ hotels available in Carrum Downs.

Footscray to Carrum Downs - 4 ways to travel via train, line 907 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Footscray to Carrum Downs by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Kananook StationFrankston
1h 40m
$10
Line 907 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo St907
2. Take the bus from Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd901
3h 13m
$9
Drive 46.6 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Carrum Downs46.6 km
42 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Carrum Downs46.6 km
42 min
$90–110

Footscray to Carrum Downs by train and bus

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1h 40mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.8 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Footscray, VIC, Australia and Carrum Downs, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Kananook Station every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, and Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd in around 3h 13m.

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