How to get from Melbourne to Dandenong by train?

By train

To get from Melbourne to Dandenong in Melbourne, take the PAKENHAM train from Flinders Street station to Caulfield station. Next, take the PAKENHAM train from Caulfield station to Dandenong station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

67minA$5.30
Train - PAKENHAM
PAKENHAM
Train - PAKENHAM
PAKENHAM
Leaves from Flinders Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melbourne
  • 2
    Train - PAKENHAMPAKENHAM
    Wait for train
    PAKENHAM
    Pakenham
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Caulfield
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - PAKENHAMPAKENHAM
    Wait for train
    PAKENHAM
    Pakenham
  • 5
    Ride to train station Dandenong
    Ride to train station
    Dandenong
    45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By bus and train

To get from Melbourne to Dandenong in Melbourne, take the FRANKSTON train from Flinders Street station to Cheltenham station. Next, take the 828 bus from Cheltenham Railway Station/Station Rd (Cheltenham) station to Dandenong Station/Foster St (Dandenong) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

81minA$5.30
Train - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Bus - 828
828
Walk to Dandenong
Leaves from Flinders Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melbourne
  • 2
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    Frankston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cheltenham
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cheltenham Railway Station/Station Rd (Cheltenham)
    ID 3615
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 828828
    Wait for bus
    828
    Berwick
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dandenong Station/Foster St (Dandenong)
    ID 19819
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Dandenong
    Walk to
    Dandenong
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Melbourne to Dandenong

The distance between Melbourne, Melbourne and Dandenong, Melbourne is approximately 29.73 km, which can typically be travelled in 67 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Melbourne to Dandenong by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Melbourne

Melbourne is located at Melbourne, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Flinders Street.

Train stations close to Melbourne:

  • Flinders Street

Bus stations close to Melbourne:

  • Casino/Southbank/Queens Bridge St (Southbank)
  • Little Collins St/Queen St (Melbourne City)
  • Bourke St/Queen St (Melbourne City)

Public transport stations close to Dandenong, Melbourne

Dandenong is located at Dandenong, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Dandenong Railway Station (Dandenong).

Train stations close to Dandenong:

  • Dandenong
  • Yarraman
  • Noble Park

Bus stations close to Dandenong:

  • Dandenong Railway Station (Dandenong)
  • Dandenong Station/Foster St (Dandenong)

Related Routes

By bus and train

To get from Melbourne to Dandenong in Melbourne, take the FRANKSTON train from Flinders Street station to Cheltenham station. Next, take the 828 bus from Cheltenham Railway Station/Station Rd (Cheltenham) station to Dandenong Station/Foster St (Dandenong) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

81minA$5.30
Train - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Bus - 828
828
Walk to Dandenong
Leaves from Flinders Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Melbourne
  • 2
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    Frankston
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cheltenham
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cheltenham Railway Station/Station Rd (Cheltenham)
    ID 3615
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 828828
    Wait for bus
    828
    Berwick
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dandenong Station/Foster St (Dandenong)
    ID 19819
    33 min
  • 7
    Walk to Dandenong
    Walk to
    Dandenong
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Dandenong?

    The fastest way takes 67 minutes, using Bus line PAKENHAM, Bus line PAKENHAM.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Melbourne to Dandenong?

    The alternative route takes 81 minutes, using Bus line FRANKSTON, Bus line 828.

  • Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Dandenong in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 7 min.

  • Which train line goes from Melbourne to Dandenong in Melbourne?

    The PAKENHAM train line goes from Pakenham station near Melbourne to Caulfield station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Caulfield station near Dandenong in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Melbourne to Dandenong in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Melbourne and Dandenong in Melbourne by train is about 1 hr 7 min.

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

    Get on the PAKENHAM train from the Pakenham station near Melbourne in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the Caulfield station, which is closest to Dandenong in Melbourne.

  • When is the last train from Melbourne to Dandenong in Melbourne?

    The last train from Melbourne to Dandenong in Melbourne is the Pakenham - City (Flinders Street) line. It leaves the Flinders Street station at 19:12.

  • How much is the train fare from Melbourne to Dandenong?

    The ride from Melbourne to Dandenong costs A$5.30.

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