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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Dandenong Ranges is to bus via Reservoir which costs $81 - $84 and takes 14h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sydney to Dandenong Ranges?

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Dandenong Ranges is to fly and train which takes 5h 45m and costs $150 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Dandenong Ranges?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Dandenong Ranges. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd via Sydney Rd/Mahoneys Rd, Springvale Rd/Burwood Hwy and Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Dandenong Ranges?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Dandenong Ranges station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Croydon Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 38m.

How far is it from Sydney to Dandenong Ranges?

The distance between Sydney and Dandenong Ranges is 785 km. The road distance is 861.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Dandenong Ranges without a car is to train which takes 12h 38m and costs $90 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Sydney to Dandenong Ranges, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Dandenong Ranges bus from?

Sydney to Dandenong Ranges bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Dandenong Ranges train from?

Sydney to Dandenong Ranges train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Sydney to Dandenong Ranges?

The best way to get from Sydney to Dandenong Ranges is to train which takes 12h 38m and costs $90 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus via Reservoir, which costs $81 - $84 and takes 14h 1m.

Where does the Sydney to Dandenong Ranges bus arrive?

Sydney to Dandenong Ranges bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Campbellfield station.

Where does the Sydney to Dandenong Ranges train arrive?

Sydney to Dandenong Ranges train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Dandenong Ranges?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Dandenong Ranges is 862 km. It takes approximately 9h 20m to drive from Sydney to Dandenong Ranges.

Where can I stay near Dandenong Ranges?

There are 576+ hotels available in Dandenong Ranges.

Sydney to Dandenong Ranges - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly Sydney International Airport to Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Croydon Stationtrain
5h 45m
$158–362
Bus via Reservoir
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Campbellfieldbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Sydney Rd/Mahoneys Rd to Burwood Hwy/Springvale Rdbus 902
14h 1m
$81–84
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
12h 38m
$94–249
Drive 861.8 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Dandenong Rangescar 861.8 km
9h 20m
$154–222
Fly Sydney International Airport to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Croydon Stationtrain
7h 23m
$139–342
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane NTL - MEL
8h 44m
$153–400
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
14h 7m
$130–200

Sydney to Dandenong Ranges by train and bus

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Distance: 784.5 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Dandenong Ranges, VIC, Australia?

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Southern Cross 4 times a day. Tickets cost $80–240 and the journey takes 10h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Central Station to Mt Dandenong Arboretum/Ridge Rd via Campbellfield, Sydney Rd/Mahoneys Rd, Burwood Hwy/Springvale Rd, Springvale Rd/Burwood Hwy, and Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy in around 14h 1m.

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