What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Research?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Research is to line 906 bus and line 579 bus which costs $5 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Research?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Research is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Research?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Research. However, there are services departing from Swanston St/Lonsdale St and arriving at 54 Research-Warrandyte Rd via Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Research?

The distance between Melbourne and Research is 31 km. The road distance is 28.9 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Research without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Research without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $11.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Research?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Melbourne to Research, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Research bus from?

Melbourne to Research bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Swanston St/Lonsdale St station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Research?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Research is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $11. Alternatively, you can line 906 bus and line 579 bus, which costs $5 and takes 1h 36m.

Where does the Melbourne to Research bus arrive?

Melbourne to Research bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Research?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Research is 29 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Melbourne to Research.

Where can I stay near Research?

There are 4476+ hotels available in Research.

Melbourne to Research - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 906 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne to Research by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham StationHurstbridge
1h 30m
$10
Line 906 bus, line 579 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd906
2. Take the bus from Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd to 54 Research-Warrandyte Rd579
1h 36m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Research28.9 km
28 min
$55–70
Drive 28.9 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Research28.9 km
28 min
$6–8

Melbourne to Research by train and bus

134Weekly Services

1h 30mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Melbourne to Research.

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Distance: 31.5 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Research, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Eltham Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to 54 Research-Warrandyte Rd via Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd in around 1h 36m.

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