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

The cheapest way to get from Frankston to Dandenong Ranges is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Frankston to Dandenong Ranges is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Frankston and Dandenong Ranges?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankston station to Dandenong Ranges. However, there are services departing from Frankston Railway Station/Young St and arriving at Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd via Stud Rd/Ferntree Gully Rd and Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Frankston and Dandenong Ranges?

No, there is no direct train from Frankston station to Dandenong Ranges station. However, there are services departing from Frankston Station and arriving at Croydon Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Frankston to Dandenong Ranges?

The distance between Frankston and Dandenong Ranges is 75 km. The road distance is 49.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Frankston to Dandenong Ranges without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Frankston to Dandenong Ranges, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Dandenong Ranges bus from?

Frankston to Dandenong Ranges bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, depart from Frankston Railway Station/Young St.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Dandenong Ranges train from?

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

Train or bus from Frankston to Dandenong Ranges?

The best way to get from Frankston to Dandenong Ranges is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Frankston to Dandenong Ranges bus arrive?

Frankston to Dandenong Ranges bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at Scoresby Village SC/Stud Rd station.

Where does the Frankston to Dandenong Ranges train arrive?

Frankston to Dandenong Ranges train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Richmond Station.

Can I drive from Frankston to Dandenong Ranges?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankston to Dandenong Ranges is 50 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Frankston to Dandenong Ranges.

Where can I stay near Dandenong Ranges?

There are 810+ hotels available in Dandenong Ranges.

Frankston to Dandenong Ranges - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Frankston to Dandenong Ranges by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Richmond Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Croydon Stationtrain Lilydale
2h 31m
$12
Drive 49.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Frankston to Dandenong Rangescar 49.9 km
47 min
$9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankston Railway Station/Young St to Scoresby Village SC/Stud Rdbus 901
2. Take the bus from Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rdbus 688
2h 39m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Frankston to Dandenong Rangestaxi 49.9 km
47 min
$110–140

Frankston to Dandenong Ranges by train and bus

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Distance: 75 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Frankston Station to Mercy Place Ret Village/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd via Richmond Station, Croydon Station, and Croydon Station/Railway Ave in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Frankston Railway Station/Young St to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd via Scoresby Village SC/Stud Rd, Stud Rd/Ferntree Gully Rd, and Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy in around 2h 39m.

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