How to get from Parkdale to Caroline Springs by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Parkdale to Caroline Springs in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the FRANKSTON train from Mentone station to Southern Cross station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train and finally take the 460 bus from Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd (Ravenhall) station to Commercial Rd/Caroline Springs Bvd (Caroline Springs) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

109minA$5.30
Walk to train stationTrain - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Bus - 460
460
Leaves from Mentone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Mentone
    1.62 km • 21 min
  • 2
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    36 min
  • 4
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Ballarat
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Caroline Springs
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd (Ravenhall)
    ID 51389
    220 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 460460
    Wait for bus
    460
    Watergardens Railway Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Commercial Rd/Caroline Springs Bvd (Caroline Springs)
    Ride to bus station
    Commercial Rd/Caroline Springs Bvd (Caroline Springs)
    ID 22665
    8 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via FRANKSTON, SUNBURY and 460

To get from Parkdale to Caroline Springs in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the FRANKSTON train from Mentone station to Flinders Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SUNBURY train and finally take the 460 bus from Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd (Taylors Lakes) station to Commercial Rd/Caroline Springs Bvd (Caroline Springs) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 59 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

119minA$5.30
Walk to train stationTrain - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Bus - 460
460
Walk to Caroline Springs
Leaves from Mentone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Mentone
    1.62 km • 21 min
  • 2
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    32 min
  • 4
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Sunbury
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Watergardens
    38 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd (Taylors Lakes)
    ID 47644
    80 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 460460
    Wait for bus
    460
    Caroline Springs Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Commercial Rd/Caroline Springs Bvd (Caroline Springs)
    ID 22662
    13 min
  • 9
    Walk to Caroline Springs
    Walk to
    Caroline Springs
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Parkdale to Caroline Springs

The distance between Parkdale, Melbourne and Caroline Springs, Melbourne is approximately 52.34 km, which can typically be travelled in 109 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Parkdale to Caroline Springs 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 Parkdale

Parkdale is located at Parkdale, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Parkdale Railway Station/Parkers Rd (Parkdale).

Train stations close to Parkdale:

  • Parkdale Railway Station
  • Aspendale
  • Cheltenham

Bus stations close to Parkdale:

  • Parkdale Railway Station/Parkers Rd (Parkdale)
  • Parkdale Station/Como Pde East (Parkdale)
  • Nepean Hwy/Parkers Rd (Parkdale)

Public transport stations close to Caroline Springs, Melbourne

Caroline Springs is located at Caroline Springs, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is The Avenue/Holland Way (Caroline Springs).

Train stations close to Caroline Springs:

  • Watergardens
  • Caroline Springs
  • Keilor Plains

Bus stations close to Caroline Springs:

  • The Avenue/Holland Way (Caroline Springs)
  • Caroline Springs Square Sc (Caroline Springs)
  • Buckley Way/Holland Way (Caroline Springs)

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via FRANKSTON, SUNBURY and 460

To get from Parkdale to Caroline Springs in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the FRANKSTON train from Mentone station to Flinders Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SUNBURY train and finally take the 460 bus from Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd (Taylors Lakes) station to Commercial Rd/Caroline Springs Bvd (Caroline Springs) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 59 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

119minA$5.30
Walk to train stationTrain - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Bus - 460
460
Walk to Caroline Springs
Leaves from Mentone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Mentone
    1.62 km • 21 min
  • 2
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    32 min
  • 4
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Sunbury
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Watergardens
    38 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd (Taylors Lakes)
    ID 47644
    80 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 460460
    Wait for bus
    460
    Caroline Springs Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Commercial Rd/Caroline Springs Bvd (Caroline Springs)
    ID 22662
    13 min
  • 9
    Walk to Caroline Springs
    Walk to
    Caroline Springs
    200 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Parkdale to Caroline Springs?

    The fastest way takes 109 minutes, using Bus line FRANKSTON, Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON, Bus line 460.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Parkdale to Caroline Springs?

    The alternative route takes 119 minutes, using Bus line FRANKSTON, Bus line SUNBURY, Bus line 460.

  • Is there a direct train between Parkdale and Caroline Springs in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Parkdale to Caroline Springs in Melbourne?

    The FRANKSTON train line goes from Mentone station near Parkdale to City (Flinders Street) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till City (Flinders Street) station near Caroline Springs in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Parkdale to Caroline Springs in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Parkdale and Caroline Springs in Melbourne by train and bus is about 1 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Parkdale to get to Caroline Springs in Melbourne?

    Get on the FRANKSTON train from the Mentone station near Parkdale in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Parkdale and Caroline Springs in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the City (Flinders Street) stop, which is closest to Caroline Springs in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Parkdale to Caroline Springs?

    The ride from Parkdale to Caroline Springs costs A$5.30.

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