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How to get from Dandenong to Forest Hill by bus and train?

From Dandenong to Forest Hill by bus and train

To get from Dandenong to Forest Hill in Melbourne, take the PAKENHAM train from Dandenong station to Clayton station. Next, take the 703 bus from Clayton Station/Carinish Rd (Clayton) station to Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 11 min. The ride fare is A$3.30.

71minA$3.30
Train - PAKENHAM
PAKENHAM
Bus - 703
703
Walk to Forest Hill
Leaves from Dandenong

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dandenong
  • 2
    Train - PAKENHAMPAKENHAM
    Wait for train
    PAKENHAM
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Clayton
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Clayton Station/Carinish Rd (Clayton)
    ID 51599
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 703703
    Wait for bus
    703
    Blackburn
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill)
    ID 21200
    35 min
  • 7
    Walk to Forest Hill
    Walk to
    Forest Hill
    310 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Dandenong to Forest Hill by bus and train via PAKENHAM and 902

To get from Dandenong to Forest Hill in Melbourne, take the PAKENHAM train from Dandenong station to Springvale station. Next, take the 902 bus from Springvale Station/Springvale Rd (Springvale) station to Glen Valley Rd/Springvale Rd (Forest Hill) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The ride fare is A$3.30.

67minA$3.30
Train - PAKENHAM
PAKENHAM
Bus - 902
902
Walk to Forest Hill
Leaves from Dandenong

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dandenong
  • 2
    Train - PAKENHAMPAKENHAM
    Wait for train
    PAKENHAM
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Springvale
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Springvale Station/Springvale Rd (Springvale)
    ID 1634
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 902902
    Wait for bus
    902
    Airport West
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Glen Valley Rd/Springvale Rd (Forest Hill)
    ID 12522
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to Forest Hill
    Walk to
    Forest Hill
    860 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Dandenong to Forest Hill

The distance between Dandenong, Melbourne and Forest Hill, Melbourne is approximately 24.89 km, which can typically be travelled in 71 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Dandenong to Forest Hill 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 Dandenong

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

Train stations close to Dandenong:

  • Noble Park
  • Yarraman

Bus stations close to Dandenong:

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

Public transport stations close to Forest Hill, Melbourne

Forest Hill is located at Forest Hill, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill).

Train stations close to Forest Hill:

  • Nunawading
  • Blackburn

Bus stations close to Forest Hill:

  • Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill)
  • Ottawa Ave/Forest Rd (Blackburn)
  • Deans Wood Rd/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill)

Alternative route from Dandenong to Forest Hill by bus and train via PAKENHAM and 902

To get from Dandenong to Forest Hill in Melbourne, take the PAKENHAM train from Dandenong station to Springvale station. Next, take the 902 bus from Springvale Station/Springvale Rd (Springvale) station to Glen Valley Rd/Springvale Rd (Forest Hill) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 7 min. The ride fare is A$3.30.

67minA$3.30
Train - PAKENHAM
PAKENHAM
Bus - 902
902
Walk to Forest Hill
Leaves from Dandenong

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Dandenong
  • 2
    Train - PAKENHAMPAKENHAM
    Wait for train
    PAKENHAM
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Springvale
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Springvale Station/Springvale Rd (Springvale)
    ID 1634
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 902902
    Wait for bus
    902
    Airport West
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Glen Valley Rd/Springvale Rd (Forest Hill)
    ID 12522
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to Forest Hill
    Walk to
    Forest Hill
    860 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Dandenong to Forest Hill?

    The fastest way takes 71 minutes, using Bus line PAKENHAM, Bus line 703.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Dandenong to Forest Hill?

    The alternative route takes 67 minutes, using Bus line PAKENHAM, Bus line 902.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 11 min.

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

    The PAKENHAM train line goes from City (Flinders Street) station near Dandenong to Clayton station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Clayton station near Forest Hill in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Dandenong to Forest Hill in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Dandenong and Forest Hill in Melbourne by train and bus is about 1 hr 11 min.

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

    Get on the PAKENHAM train from the City (Flinders Street) station near Dandenong in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the Clayton stop, which is closest to Forest Hill in Melbourne.

  • How much is the train fare from Dandenong to Forest Hill?

    The ride from Dandenong to Forest Hill costs A$3.30.

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