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

The cheapest way to get from Frankston to Dandenong Ranges is to line 901 bus and line 688 bus which costs $5 and takes 3h 16m.

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 to Dandenong Ranges. However, there are services departing from Frankston and arriving at Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd via Knox City Shopping Centre and Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

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 49m and costs $11.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m 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 Metropolitan buses, 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 49m and costs $11. Alternatively, you can line 901 bus and line 688 bus, which costs $5 and takes 3h 16m.

Where does the Frankston to Dandenong Ranges bus arrive?

Frankston to Dandenong Ranges bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Knox City Shopping Centre 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 832+ hotels available in Dandenong Ranges.

Frankston to Dandenong Ranges - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 901 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Richmond Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Croydon Stationtrain Lilydale
2h 49m
$10
Line 901 bus, line 688 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankston to Knox City Shopping Centrebus 901
2. Take the bus from Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rdbus 688
3h 16m
$4
Drive 49.9 km
1. Drive from Frankston to Dandenong Rangescar 49.9 km
47 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Frankston to Dandenong Rangestaxi 49.9 km
47 min
$120–150
Line 901 bus, line 664 bus
1. Take the bus from Frankston to Knox City Shopping Centrebus 901
2. Take the bus from Knox City Shopping Centre to Croydon Station/Railway Avebus 664 / ...
3h 34m
$4

Frankston to Dandenong Ranges by train and bus

159Weekly Services

2h 49mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 75 km
Duration: 2h 49m

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 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Frankston to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd via Knox City Shopping Centre and Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy in around 3h 16m.

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