How to get from Buxton to Melbourne by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Buxton to Melbourne in Melbourne, take the 684 bus from Maroondah Hwy (Buxton) station to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station. Next, take the BELGRAVE train from Ringwood station to Flinders Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 40 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

160minA$8.54
Walk to bus stationBus - 684
684
Train - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Leaves from Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)
    ID 22088
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 684684
    Wait for bus
    684
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood)
    ID 49468
    102 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ringwood
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station Flinders Street
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    42 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 684 and LILYDALE

To get from Buxton to Melbourne in Melbourne, take the 684 bus from Maroondah Hwy (Buxton) station to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station. Next, take the LILYDALE train from Ringwood station to Flinders Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

170minA$8.54
Walk to bus stationBus - 684
684
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Leaves from Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)
    ID 22088
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 684684
    Wait for bus
    684
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood)
    ID 49468
    102 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ringwood
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station Flinders Street
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    42 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Buxton to Melbourne

The distance between Buxton, Melbourne and Melbourne, Melbourne is approximately 109.83 km, which can typically be travelled in 160 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Buxton to Melbourne 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 Buxton

Buxton is located at Buxton, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Maroondah Hwy (Buxton).

Bus stations close to Buxton:

  • Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)

Public transport stations close to Melbourne, 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:

  • Flinders Street Railway Station (Melbourne City)
  • Bourke St/Queen St (Melbourne City)
  • Little Collins St/Queen St (Melbourne City)

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via 684 and LILYDALE

To get from Buxton to Melbourne in Melbourne, take the 684 bus from Maroondah Hwy (Buxton) station to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station. Next, take the LILYDALE train from Ringwood station to Flinders Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

170minA$8.54
Walk to bus stationBus - 684
684
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Leaves from Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Maroondah Hwy (Buxton)
    ID 22088
    110 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 684684
    Wait for bus
    684
    Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood)
    ID 49468
    102 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ringwood
    100 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station Flinders Street
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    42 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 160 minutes, using Bus line 684, Bus line BELGRAVE.

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

    The alternative route takes 170 minutes, using Bus line 684, Bus line LILYDALE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Buxton and Melbourne in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 40 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Buxton to Melbourne in Melbourne?

    The 684 bus line goes from Maroondah Hwy (Buxton) station near Buxton to Melbourne station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Melbourne station near Melbourne in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Buxton and Melbourne in Melbourne by bus and train is about 2 hr 40 min.

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

    Get on the 684 bus from the Maroondah Hwy (Buxton) stop near Buxton in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Melbourne station, which is closest to Melbourne in Melbourne.

  • How much is the bus fare from Buxton to Melbourne?

    The ride from Buxton to Melbourne costs A$8.54.

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