How to get from Southbank to Buxton by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Southbank to Buxton in Melbourne, take the LILYDALE train from Flinders Street station to Ringwood station. Next, take the 684 bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station to Maroondah Hwy (Buxton) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 31 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

151minA$8.54
Walk to train stationTrain - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Bus - 684
684
Leaves from Flinders Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Flinders Street
    480 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ringwood
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood)
    ID 49468
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 684684
    Wait for bus
    684
    Eildon
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)
    Ride to bus station
    Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)
    ID 22087
    94 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via BELGRAVE and 684

To get from Southbank to Buxton in Melbourne, take the BELGRAVE train from Flinders Street station to Ringwood station. Next, take the 684 bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station to Maroondah Hwy (Buxton) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 48 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

168minA$8.54
Walk to train stationTrain - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Bus - 684
684
Leaves from Flinders Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Flinders Street
    480 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    Belgrave
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ringwood
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood)
    ID 49468
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 684684
    Wait for bus
    684
    Eildon
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)
    Ride to bus station
    Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)
    ID 22087
    94 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Southbank to Buxton

The distance between Southbank, Melbourne and Buxton, Melbourne is approximately 109.76 km, which can typically be travelled in 151 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Southbank to Buxton by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Southbank

Southbank is located at Southbank, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 14-Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd (Southbank).

Train stations close to Southbank:

  • Flinders Street

Bus stations close to Southbank:

  • Little Collins St/Queen St (Melbourne City)
  • Collins St/Queen St (Melbourne City)
  • Bourke St/Queen St (Melbourne City)

Public transport stations close to Buxton, Melbourne

Buxton is located at Buxton, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Maroondah Hwy (Buxton).

Bus stations close to Buxton:

  • Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via BELGRAVE and 684

To get from Southbank to Buxton in Melbourne, take the BELGRAVE train from Flinders Street station to Ringwood station. Next, take the 684 bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station to Maroondah Hwy (Buxton) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 48 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

168minA$8.54
Walk to train stationTrain - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Bus - 684
684
Leaves from Flinders Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Flinders Street
    480 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    Belgrave
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ringwood
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood)
    ID 49468
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 684684
    Wait for bus
    684
    Eildon
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)
    Ride to bus station
    Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)
    ID 22087
    94 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Southbank to Buxton?

    The fastest way takes 151 minutes, using Bus line LILYDALE, Bus line 684.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Southbank to Buxton?

    The alternative route takes 168 minutes, using Bus line BELGRAVE, Bus line 684.

  • Is there a direct train between Southbank and Buxton in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 31 min.

  • Which train line goes from Southbank to Buxton in Melbourne?

    The LILYDALE train line goes from Flinders Street station near Southbank to Lilydale station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Lilydale station near Buxton in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Southbank to Buxton in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Southbank and Buxton in Melbourne by train and bus is about 2 hr 31 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Southbank to get to Buxton in Melbourne?

    Get on the LILYDALE train from the Flinders Street station near Southbank in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Southbank and Buxton in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Lilydale stop, which is closest to Buxton in Melbourne.

  • How much is the train fare from Southbank to Buxton?

    The ride from Southbank to Buxton costs A$8.54.

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