How to get from St Kilda to Dandenong by train and tram?

From St Kilda to Dandenong by train and tram

To get from St Kilda to Dandenong in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 tram lines and one train line: take the 16 tram from 138-Luna Park/The Esplanade (St Kilda) station to 38-Balaclava Station/Carlisle St (Balaclava) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 3-3A tram and finally take the PAKENHAM train from Caulfield station to Dandenong station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

73minA$5.30
Tram - 16
16
Tram - 3-3A
3-3A
Train - PAKENHAM
PAKENHAM
Leaves from 138-Luna Park/The Esplanade (St Kilda)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    St Kilda
  • 2
    Tram - 1616
    Wait for tram
    16
    Kew Via St Kilda Beach
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    38-Balaclava Station/Carlisle St (Balaclava)
    ID 18632
    6 min
  • 4
    Tram - 3-3A3-3A
    Wait for tram
    3-3A
    East Malvern
  • 5
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    57-Caulfield Railway Station/Derby Rd (Caulfield East)
    ID 18651
    12 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Caulfield
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Train - PAKENHAMPAKENHAM
    Wait for train
    PAKENHAM
    Pakenham
  • 8
    Ride to train station Dandenong
    Ride to train station
    Dandenong
    45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from St Kilda to Dandenong by train and tram via 16, FRANKSTON and PAKENHAM

To get from St Kilda to Dandenong in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one tram line and 2 train lines: take the 16 tram from 138-Luna Park/The Esplanade (St Kilda) station to 53-Malvern Railway Station/Glenferrie Rd (Malvern) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FRANKSTON train and finally take the PAKENHAM train from Caulfield station to Dandenong station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

73minA$5.30
Tram - 16
16
Train - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Train - PAKENHAM
PAKENHAM
Leaves from 138-Luna Park/The Esplanade (St Kilda)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    St Kilda
  • 2
    Tram - 1616
    Wait for tram
    16
    Kew Via St Kilda Beach
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    53-Malvern Railway Station/Glenferrie Rd (Malvern)
    ID 20526
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Malvern
    230 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    Frankston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Caulfield
    3 min
  • 7
    Train - PAKENHAMPAKENHAM
    Wait for train
    PAKENHAM
    Pakenham
  • 8
    Ride to train station Dandenong
    Ride to train station
    Dandenong
    45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from St Kilda to Dandenong

The distance between St Kilda, Melbourne and Dandenong, Melbourne is approximately 25.35 km, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from St Kilda to Dandenong by train and tram, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to St Kilda

St Kilda is located at St Kilda, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 138-Luna Park/The Esplanade (St Kilda).

Bus stations close to St Kilda:

  • Luna Park/The Esplanade (St Kilda)
  • Albert St/Carlisle St (St Kilda)
  • Alfred Sq/The Esplanade (St Kilda)

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

Alternative route from St Kilda to Dandenong by train and tram via 16, FRANKSTON and PAKENHAM

To get from St Kilda to Dandenong in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one tram line and 2 train lines: take the 16 tram from 138-Luna Park/The Esplanade (St Kilda) station to 53-Malvern Railway Station/Glenferrie Rd (Malvern) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the FRANKSTON train and finally take the PAKENHAM train from Caulfield station to Dandenong station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

73minA$5.30
Tram - 16
16
Train - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Train - PAKENHAM
PAKENHAM
Leaves from 138-Luna Park/The Esplanade (St Kilda)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    St Kilda
  • 2
    Tram - 1616
    Wait for tram
    16
    Kew Via St Kilda Beach
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    53-Malvern Railway Station/Glenferrie Rd (Malvern)
    ID 20526
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Malvern
    230 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    Frankston
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Caulfield
    3 min
  • 7
    Train - PAKENHAMPAKENHAM
    Wait for train
    PAKENHAM
    Pakenham
  • 8
    Ride to train station Dandenong
    Ride to train station
    Dandenong
    45 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from St Kilda to Dandenong?

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Bus line 16, Bus line 3-3A, Bus line PAKENHAM.

  • What is the alternative route to get from St Kilda to Dandenong?

    The alternative route takes 73 minutes, using Bus line 16, Bus line FRANKSTON, Bus line PAKENHAM.

  • Is there a direct tram between St Kilda and Dandenong in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 tram lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which tram line goes from St Kilda to Dandenong in Melbourne?

    The 16 tram line goes from Kew Via St Kilda Beach station near St Kilda to 38-Balaclava Station/Carlisle St (Balaclava) station. From there you’ll have to take one tram line and one train line till 38-Balaclava Station/Carlisle St (Balaclava) station near Dandenong in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from St Kilda to Dandenong in Melbourne by tram and train?

    The total travel time between St Kilda and Dandenong in Melbourne by tram and train is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the tram near St Kilda to get to Dandenong in Melbourne?

    Get on the 16 tram from the Kew Via St Kilda Beach station near St Kilda in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the tram when travelling between St Kilda and Dandenong in Melbourne?

    Get off the tram at the 38-Balaclava Station/Carlisle St (Balaclava) station, which is closest to Dandenong in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total tram and train fare from St Kilda to Dandenong?

    The ride from St Kilda to Dandenong costs A$5.30.

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