What is the cheapest way to get from Frankston to Adelaide?

The cheapest way to get from Frankston to Adelaide is to train and bus which costs $16 - $70 and takes 14h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Frankston to Adelaide?

The fastest way to get from Frankston to Adelaide is to train and fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $130 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Frankston and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankston to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Frankston and arriving at Adelaide via Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rd and Southern Cross Coach Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Frankston and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Frankston station to Adelaide station. However, there are services departing from Frankston Station and arriving at Adelaide Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.

How far is it from Frankston to Adelaide?

The distance between Frankston and Adelaide is 716 km. The road distance is 760.9 km.

How do I travel from Frankston to Adelaide without a car?

The best way to get from Frankston to Adelaide without a car is to train which takes 12h 35m and costs $140 - $390.

How long does it take to get from Frankston to Adelaide?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Frankston to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Adelaide bus from?

Frankston to Adelaide bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Frankston station.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Adelaide train from?

Frankston to Adelaide train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Frankston Station.

Train or bus from Frankston to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Frankston to Adelaide is to train which takes 12h 35m and costs $140 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $151 - $155 and takes 13h 51m.

Where does the Frankston to Adelaide bus arrive?

Frankston to Adelaide bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rd station.

What is the time difference between Frankston and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Frankston. It is currently 10:45 PM in Frankston and 10:15 PM in Adelaide.

Where does the Frankston to Adelaide train arrive?

Frankston to Adelaide train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Frankston to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankston to Adelaide is 761 km. It takes approximately 8h 48m to drive from Frankston to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1509+ hotels available in Adelaide.

Frankston to Adelaide - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Frankston to Adelaide by train, plane, bus, 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, fly
best
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)plane MEL - ADL
4h 39m
$133–328
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
14h 7m
$16–65
Train
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
12h 35m
$145–385
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankston to Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rdbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Adelaidebus Adelaide
13h 51m
$151–155
Drive 760.9 km
1. Drive from Frankston to Adelaidecar 760.9 km
8h 48m
$138–199

Frankston to Adelaide by train

2Weekly Trains

12h 35mAverage Duration

$145Cheapest Price

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Distance: 715.5 km
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Frankston, VIC, Australia and Adelaide, SA, Australia?

You can take a train from Frankston Station to Adelaide Station via Southern Cross Station in around 12h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Frankston to Adelaide via Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rd, Skybus Coach Terminal, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal in around 13h 51m.

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