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

The cheapest way to get from Research to Melbourne is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 28 min.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Research and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Research to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from 19 Research-Warrandyte Rd and arriving at Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Research to Melbourne?

The distance between Research and Melbourne is 30 km. The road distance is 28.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Research to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs $11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Research to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Research to Melbourne bus from?

Research to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from 19 Research-Warrandyte Rd station.

Train or bus from Research to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Research to Melbourne is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs $11. Alternatively, you can line 579 bus and line 906 bus, which costs $10 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Research to Melbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Research to Melbourne?

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

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5017+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Research to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 579 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Eltham Station to Flinders Street StationHurstbridge
1h 5m
$10
Drive 28.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Research to Melbourne28.9 km
28 min
$6–9
Line 579 bus, line 906 bus
1. Take the bus from 19 Research-Warrandyte Rd to Melbourne Hill Rd/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd579
2. Take the bus from Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St906
1h 20m
$9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Research to Melbourne28.9 km
28 min
$55–70

Research to Melbourne by bus and train

244Weekly Services

1h 5mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 29.9 km
Duration: 1h 5m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Eltham Station to Flinders Street Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 19 Research-Warrandyte Rd to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via Melbourne Hill Rd/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd and Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd in around 1h 20m.

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