What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges is to drive which takes 44 min and costs $8 - $12.

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Dandenong Ranges is 37 km. The road distance is 41 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges without a car is to train and line 688 bus which takes 1h 33m and costs $11.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges?

It takes approximately 1h 33m to get from Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges, including transfers.

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges is 41 km. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges.

Where can I stay near Dandenong Ranges?

There are 796+ hotels available in Dandenong Ranges.

Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges - 4 ways to travel via train

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

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Train, line 688 bus
best
1. Take the train from Parliament Station to Croydon StationLilydale
2. Take the bus from Croydon Station/Railway Ave to Mercy Place Ret Village/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd688
1h 33m
$10
Drive 41 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges41 km
44 min
$9–12
Line 907 bus, line 688 bus
1. Take the bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo St907
2. Take the bus from Croydon Station/Railway Ave to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd688
2h 39m
$15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges41 km
44 min
$100–120

Melbourne CBD to Dandenong Ranges by train and bus

163Weekly Services

1h 33mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 36.9 km
Duration: 1h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Exhibition St/Lonsdale St to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd via Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Station, Croydon Station, and Croydon Station/Railway Ave in around 2h 39m.

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