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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Sunshine is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Sunshine is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Sunshine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lonsdale St/Queen St and arriving at Whitty St/Monash St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Sunshine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Central Station station and arriving at Sunshine Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Melbourne to Sunshine?

The distance between Melbourne and Sunshine is 12 km. The road distance is 13.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Sunshine without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Melbourne Central Station to Sunshine Station takes 19 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Sunshine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Sunshine train from?

Melbourne to Sunshine train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Melbourne Central Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Sunshine?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Sunshine is to train which takes 19 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 216 bus, which costs $5 and takes 40 min.

Where does the Melbourne to Sunshine bus arrive?

Melbourne to Sunshine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Whitty St/Monash St station.

Where does the Melbourne to Sunshine train arrive?

Melbourne to Sunshine train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Sunshine Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Sunshine?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Sunshine is 13 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Melbourne to Sunshine.

Where can I stay near Sunshine?

There are 4943+ hotels available in Sunshine.

Melbourne to Sunshine - 4 ways to travel via train, line 216 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Sunshine StationSunbury
19 min
$6
Drive 13.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Sunshine13.2 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 216 bus
1. Take the bus from Lonsdale St/Queen St to Whitty St/Monash St216
40 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Sunshine13.2 km
14 min
$28–35

Melbourne to Sunshine by train

236Weekly Trains

19 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 12.5 km
Duration: 19 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Melbourne Central Station to Sunshine Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Lonsdale St/Queen St to Whitty St/Monash St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 40 min.

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