How to get from Cowes to Highett by bus and train?

Cowes to Highett - Bus Timetable

The COACH bus from Cowes to Highett runs from 06:53 to 18:55, with departures every 3 hr 50 min-4 hr 15 min. The journey takes about 2 hr 51 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Cowes to Highett by bus and train

To get from Cowes to Highett in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the COACH bus from Cape Woolamai/Phillip Island Rd station to Dandenong Station/Foster St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CRANBOURNE train and finally take the FRANKSTON train from Caulfield Railway Station station to Highett Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min. The ride fare is A$15.82. The bus and train schedule from Cowes may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Highett on the Moovit app.

171minA$15.82
Walk to bus stationBus - COACH
COACH
Train - CRANBOURNE
CRANBOURNE
Train - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Leaves from Cape Woolamai/Phillip Island Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cape Woolamai/Phillip Island Rd
    ID 38001
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Dandenong Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dandenong Station/Foster St
    ID 20018
    101 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dandenong Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:DNG
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRANBOURNECRANBOURNE
    Wait for train
    CRANBOURNE
    Sunbury Via Metro Tunnel
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Caulfield Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:CFD
    29 min
  • 7
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    Frankston
  • 8
    Ride to train station Highett Railway Station
    Ride to train station
    Highett Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:HIG
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Cowes to Highett

The distance between Cowes, Melbourne and Highett, Melbourne is approximately 126.9 km, which can typically be travelled in 171 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cowes to Highett by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Cowes to Highett

To check the bus and train timetable from Cowes to Highett using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cowes) and destination (Highett), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cowes to Highett?

    The fastest way takes 171 minutes, using Bus line COACH, Train line CRANBOURNE, Train line FRANKSTON.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cowes and Highett in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 51 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cowes to Highett in Melbourne?

    The COACH bus line goes from Cape Woolamai/Phillip Island Rd station near Cowes to Dandenong Station/Foster St station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Dandenong Station/Foster St station near Highett in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Cowes and Highett in Melbourne by bus and train is about 2 hr 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Cowes to get to Highett in Melbourne?

    Get on the COACH bus from the Cape Woolamai/Phillip Island Rd stop near Cowes in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Cowes and Highett in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Dandenong Station/Foster St station, which is closest to Highett in Melbourne.

  • How much is the bus fare from Cowes to Highett?

    The ride from Cowes to Highett costs A$15.82.

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