How to get from Mount Dandenong to Lake Gardens by bus and train?

From Mount Dandenong to Lake Gardens by bus and train

To get from Mount Dandenong to Lake Gardens in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 688 bus from Ridge Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Olinda) station to Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy (Upper Ferntree Gully) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BELGRAVE train and finally take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Southern Cross station to Wendouree station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 22 min. The ride fare is A$13.84.

202minA$13.84
Walk to bus stationBus - 688
688
Train - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Walk to Lake Gardens
Leaves from Ridge Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Olinda)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ridge Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Olinda)
    ID 9802
    130 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 688688
    Wait for bus
    688
    Upper Ferntree Gully
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Upper Ferntree Gully Station/Burwood Hwy (Upper Ferntree Gully)
    ID 18863
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Upper Ferntree Gully
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    52 min
  • 7
    Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Ararat
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Wendouree
    98 min
  • 9
    Walk to Lake Gardens
    Walk to
    Lake Gardens
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Mount Dandenong to Lake Gardens

The distance between Mount Dandenong, Melbourne and Lake Gardens, Melbourne is approximately 169.98 km, which can typically be travelled in 202 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Mount Dandenong to Lake Gardens 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 Mount Dandenong

Mount Dandenong is located at Mount Dandenong, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Ridge Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Olinda).

Bus stations close to Mount Dandenong:

  • Ridge Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Olinda)
  • Dickens Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Olinda)
  • Yvonne Rd/Ridge Rd (Mount Dandenong)

Public transport stations close to Lake Gardens, Melbourne

Lake Gardens is located at Lake Gardens, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Ballarat Horticulture Centre/Gillies St N (Lake Gardens).

Train stations close to Lake Gardens:

  • Wendouree
  • Ballarat Station

Bus stations close to Lake Gardens:

  • Ballarat Horticulture Centre/Gillies St N (Lake Gardens)
  • Gregory St/Gillies St N (Lake Wendouree)
  • Stirling Dr/Gillies St N (Lake Gardens)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Mount Dandenong to Lake Gardens?

    The fastest way takes 202 minutes, using Bus line 688, Bus line BELGRAVE, Bus line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT.

  • Is there a direct bus between Mount Dandenong and Lake Gardens in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Mount Dandenong to Lake Gardens in Melbourne?

    The 688 bus line goes from Ridge Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Olinda) station near Mount Dandenong to Upper Ferntree Gully station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Upper Ferntree Gully station near Lake Gardens in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Mount Dandenong to Lake Gardens in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Mount Dandenong and Lake Gardens in Melbourne by bus and train is about 3 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Mount Dandenong to get to Lake Gardens in Melbourne?

    Get on the 688 bus from the Ridge Rd/Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd (Olinda) stop near Mount Dandenong in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Mount Dandenong and Lake Gardens in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Upper Ferntree Gully station, which is closest to Lake Gardens in Melbourne.

  • How much is the bus fare from Mount Dandenong to Lake Gardens?

    The ride from Mount Dandenong to Lake Gardens costs A$13.84.

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