The 901 bus service is a vital transport link for many commuters in Melbourne. Understanding the 901 bus route, timetable, and schedule can make your travel experience smoother and more efficient.
The 901 bus is a SmartBus route that operates across Melbourne, providing a reliable and frequent service. This bus connects major suburbs and transport hubs, making it an ideal choice for daily commutes and occasional trips. Key features of the 901 bus include its extensive route, frequent service, and accessibility options.
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901 Bus Route
The 901 bus route spans a significant distance, connecting various suburbs and key landmarks. Starting from Melbourne Airport, the bus travels through areas such as Broadmeadows, Epping, and Ringwood, before reaching its final destination at Frankston.
The route map is detailed and covers a wide area, ensuring that many commuters can benefit from this service.
Melbourne Airport to Frankston
One of the key routes for the 901 bus is its service to Frankston. This route is popular due to its convenience and the key stops it covers along the way.
Traveling from Melbourne Airport to Frankston on the 901 bus is efficient, with several stops that allow passengers to access various amenities and services.
- Melbourne Airport
- Melbourne Airport/Grants Melbourne Airport
- Gladstone Park
- International Dr/Mickleham Rd
- Westmeadows
- Western Ave/Mickleham Rd
- Mickleham Rd/Broadmeadows Rd
- North Circular Rd/Broadmeadows Rd
- Johnstone St/Broadmeadows Road Devn
- Broadmeadows
- Ripplebrook Dr/Johnstone St
- Sorrento St/Johnstone St
- Pearcedale Pde/Johnstone St
- Johnstone St/Pearcedale Pde
- Broadmeadows Shopping Centre/Tanderrum WayBroadmeadows Shopping Centre
- Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale RdBroadmeadows Station
- Broadmeadows Town Park/Pearcedale PdeBroadmeadows Town Park
- Pascoe Vale Rd/Coleraine St
- Cobram St/Pascoe Vale Rd
- Girgarre St/Pascoe Vale Rd
- Dallas
- Avoca St/Pascoe Vale Rd
- Coolaroo
- Barry Rd/Pascoe Vale Rd
- Coolaroo Station/Pascoe Vale RdCoolaroo Station
- Meadow Heights
- Taggerty Cres/Pascoe Vale Rd
- Dunkeld St/Pascoe Vale Rd
- Paringa Bvd/Pascoe Vale Rd
- Coolaroo
- Shankland Bvd/Pascoe Vale Rd
- Roxburgh Park
- Pascoe Vale Rd/Reservoir Dr
- Somerton Rd/Reservoir Dr
- Roxburgh Park SCRoxburgh Park SC
- Roxburgh Park Station/Thomas Brunton PdeRoxburgh Park Station
- Somerton
- Union Rd/Somerton Rd
- Sydney Rd/Somerton Rd
- Fillo Dr/Cooper St
- Freight Dr/Cooper St
- Epping
- Pound Rd/Cooper St
- Scanlon Dr/Cooper St
- Gateway Bvd/Cooper St
- Edgars Rd/Cooper St
- Yale Dr/Cooper St
- Northern HospitalNorthern Hospital
- Epping Plaza SC/Cooper StEpping Plaza SC
- High St/Cooper St
- Epping Station/Cooper StEpping Station
- Coulstock St/Davisson St
- McDonalds Rd/Davisson St
- Scarborough Rd/McDonalds Rd
- Greenbrook SC/McDonalds RdGreenbrook SC
- Greenview Ct/McDonalds Rd
- Merrill Dr/McDonalds Rd
- Meadow Glen Dr/McDonalds Rd
- Halter Cres/McDonalds Rd
- Gibbons Dr/McDonalds Rd
- Civic Dr/McDonalds Rd
- South Morang
- South Morang Station/Civic DrSouth Morang Station
- Westfield Plenty Valley/McDonalds RdWestfield Plenty Valley
- Danaher Dr/McDonalds Rd
- Plenty Rd/McDonalds Rd
- Briar Ct/Gorge Rd
- Riverside Dr/Gorge Rd
- Armstrong Rd/Kurrak Rd
- Yarrambat
- Clarke Rd/Kurrak Rd
- Yan Yean Rd/Kurrak Rd
- Plenty
- Nillumbik Shire Depot/290 Yan Yean RdNillumbik Shire Depot
- 200 Yan Yean Rd
- Howell Rd/Yan Yean RdHowell Rd
- Sutherland Rd/Yan Yean Rd
- Mackelroy Rd/Yan Yean Rd
- Diamond Creek
- Aqueduct Rd/Diamond Creek Rd
- Plenty
- McLaughlans Lane/Diamond Creek Rd
- Greensborough
- Plenty River Dr/Diamond Creek Rd
- Oldstead Rd/Diamond Creek Rd
- Greensborough Bypa/Diamond Creek Rd
- Greenhill Rd/Diamond Creek Rd
- Spring St/Diamond Creek Rd
- Delfin Cres/Diamond Creek Rd
- St Helena Rd/Main St
- Greensborough Station/Para RdGreensborough Station
- Paterson Cres/Para Rd
- Montmorency
- Montmorency Secondary College/Para RdMontmorency Secondary College
- Montmorency Park/Para RdMontmorency Park
- Rattray Rd/Para Rd
- Airlie Rd/Para Rd
- Lower Plenty
- Para Rd/Main Rd
- Kett St/Main Rd
- Montmorency
- Looker Rd/Main Rd
- McCarthy Gr/Main Rd
- Rangeview Rd/Main Rd
- Cressy St/Main Rd
- Eltham
- Bolton St/Main Rd
- Templestowe
- Summerhill Rd/Fitzsimons Lane
- Parkwood Pl/Fitzsimons Lane
- Porter St/Williamsons Rd
- Atkinson St/Williamsons Rd
- Williamsons Rd/Foote St
- Templestowe Cemetery/Foote StTemplestowe Cemetery
- Church Rd/Reynolds Rd
- Chivers Rd/Reynolds Rd
- Lucieer Ct/Reynolds Rd
- Pettys Reserve/Reynolds RdPettys Reserve
- Aumann Dr/Reynolds Rd
- Glendarragh Rd/Reynolds Rd
- Blackburn Rd/Reynolds Rd
- Doncaster East
- The Pines SC/Reynolds RdThe Pines SC
- Templestowe
- Thomas Hardy Dr/Blackburn Rd
- Doncaster East
- Robertswood Cl/Blackburn Rd
- Zerbe Ave/Blackburn Rd
- King St/Blackburn Rd
- Andersons Creek Rd/Blackburn Rd
- Donburn SC/Blackburn RdDonburn SC
- May St/Blackburn Rd
- Colchester Dr/Blackburn Rd
- Doncaster Rd/Blackburn Rd
- Beverley St/Blackburn Rd
- Maggs St/Blackburn Rd
- Whittenoom St/Blackburn Rd
- Greendale Rd/Blackburn Rd
- Eastern Fwy/Blackburn RdEastern Fwy
- Blackburn North
- Ventura St/Surrey Rd
- Grosvenor St/Surrey Rd
- Junction Rd/Surrey Rd
- Deane St/Surrey Rd
- Blackburn
- Springfield Rd/Surrey Rd
- Fir St/Surrey Rd
- Blackburn PS/Surrey RdBlackburn PS
- Chapel St/Chapel StChapel St
- Albert St/Railway Rd
- Blackburn Station/Railway RdBlackburn Station
- Maple St/Whitehorse Rd
- Linden St/Whitehorse Rd
- Peacedale Gr/Whitehorse Rd
- Metropolitan Ave/Whitehorse Rd
- Nunawading
- Springvale Rd/Whitehorse Rd
- McCulloch St/Whitehorse Rd
- Dunlavin Rd/Whitehorse Rd
- Alexander St/Whitehorse Rd
- Mitcham
- Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd
- Doncaster East Rd/Whitehorse Rd
- Deep Creek Rd/Whitehorse Rd
- Ringwood
- Heatherdale Rd/Whitehorse Rd
- Sherbrook Ave/Whitehorse Rd
- Market St/Whitehorse Rd
- Ringwood Station/Maroondah HwyRingwood Station
- Station St/Wantirna Rd
- Haig St/Wantirna Rd
- City Rd/Wantirna Rd
- Surrey St/Wantirna Rd
- Reilly St/Wantirna Rd
- Daisy St/Wantirna Rd
- Canterbury Rd/Wantirna Rd
- Muir Ct/Wantirna Rd
- Clarke Dr/Wantirna Rd
- Wantirna
- Selkirk Ave/Wantirna Rd
- Garrisson Gr/Wantirna Rd
- Ainsdale Ave/Boronia Rd
- Thaxted Pde/Boronia Rd
- Roxburgh Rd/Boronia Rd
- Wantirna South
- Boronia Rd/Stud Rd
- Moonah Rd/Stud Rd
- Studfield Shopping Centre/Stud RdStudfield Shopping Centre
- Gateshead Dr/Stud Rd
- Knox City Shopping Centre/Stud RdKnox City Shopping Centre
- Knox City SC/Burwood HwyKnox City SC
- Burwood Hwy/Stud Rd
- Swinburne TAFE/Stud RdSwinburne TAFE
- High Street Rd/Stud Rd
- Scoresby
- Harcrest Bvd/Stud Rd
- Mockridge St/Stud Rd
- Armin St/Stud Rd
- Evans St/Stud Rd
- Glenifer Ave/Stud Rd
- Scoresby Village SC/Stud RdScoresby Village SC
- Ferntree Gully Rd/Stud Rd
- Knoxfield
- Centre Rd/Stud Rd
- Rowville
- Kingsley Cl/Stud Rd
- Kelletts Rd/Stud Rd
- Lakeside Bvd/Stud Rd
- Stud Park SC/Stud RdStud Park SC
- Turramurra Dr/Stud Rd
- Bergins Rd/Stud Rd
- Sunshine St/Stud Rd
- Timbertop Dr/Stud Rd
- Police Rd/Stud Rd
- Dandenong North
- Essex St/Stud Rd
- Cheam St/Stud Rd
- Judith St/Stud Rd
- Dandenong
- Heatherton Rd/Stud Rd
- Chisholm TAFE/Stud RdChisholm TAFE
- Bruce St/Stud Rd
- Herbert St/Stud Rd
- King St/Stud Rd
- Cleeland St/Clow St
- Langhorne Pl/Langhorne StLanghorne Pl
- Dandenong Station/Foster St Dandenong Station
- Keneally St/Cheltenham Rd
- Dandenong South
- Dalgety St/Hammond Rd
- Kirkham Rd/Hammond Rd
- Dandenong South PS/Kirkham RdDandenong South PS
- Bryants Rd/Kirkham Rd
- John St/Kirkham Rd
- Amberley Cres/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Johnston Ct/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Greens Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Zenith Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Monterey Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Quality Dr/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Healey Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Swift Way/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Lyndhurst
- Colemans Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Willow Mobile Village/Frankston-Dandenong RdWillow Mobile Village
- Jayco Dr/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Glasscocks Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Bunurong Memorial Park/790 Frankston-Dandenong RdBunurong Memorial Park
- Carrum Downs
- Thompsons Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Wedge Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Queen Beatrix Dr/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Carrum Downs Ret Village/Frankston-Dandenong RdCarrum Downs Ret Village
- Knox St/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Tuxen Ave/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Broderick Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Ogradys Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Frankston Gardens Dr/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Frankston North
- Bursaria Cres/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Greenways Ret Village/Frankston-Dandenong RdGreenways Ret Village
- Monterey Bvd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Seaford
- Lorna St/Klauer St
- Kananook Station/Wells RdKananook Station
- Boonong Ave/Wells Rd
- Frankston
- Overton Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd
- Mereweather Ave/Dandenong Rd
- Frankston Railway Station/Young Frankston Railway Station
901 Bus Timetable
The bus timetable is designed to cater to both peak and off-peak travel times. During peak hours, the bus runs more frequently to accommodate the higher number of passengers. Off-peak times see a slightly reduced frequency but still maintain a reliable service.
The timetable ensures that you can plan your journey effectively, whether you are commuting to work or heading out for leisure.
| Day | Morning | Midday | Afternoon | Evening |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday | 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, | 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, | 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, | 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM, |
| 8:00 AM, 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM | 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM | 8:00 PM, 9:00 PM | |
| Weekend | 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, | 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, | 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM, | 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM, |
| 9:00 AM | 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 7:00 PM, 8:00 PM |
901 Bus Schedule
The 901 bus schedule provides a detailed breakdown of departure times throughout the day. Weekday schedules typically offer more frequent services compared to weekends.
On weekends, the bus still runs regularly, but with fewer departures. Special schedules may be in place for holidays or major events, so it’s always a good idea to check for any updates before traveling.
Download the 901 Bus Schedule >> here
- Frequency: Buses run hourly throughout the day.
- Exceptions: No buses run after 9:00 PM on weekdays and 8:00 PM on weekends.
- Special Services: There are no special services or express routes mentioned in this timetable.
- Holidays: The timetable does not specify any changes for holidays, so it is assumed that the regular schedule applies unless otherwise noted by the service provider.
Accessibility and Additional Services
The 901 bus is designed with accessibility in mind, featuring low-floor buses that are wheelchair accessible. This ensures that all passengers, regardless of mobility, can use the service comfortably.
Additionally, the bus is equipped with modern amenities such as real-time tracking and air conditioning, enhancing the overall travel experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the 901 bus stop at Melbourne Airport?
The 901 bus stops at the bus terminal outside Terminal 4 (T4) at Melbourne Airport.
Can the 901 SmartBus take luggage?
Yes, the 901 SmartBus can accommodate luggage, making it convenient for travelers heading to or from Melbourne Airport.
Does the 901 bus stop at Epping Station?
Yes, the 901 bus stops at Epping Station, providing easy access for passengers in that area.
Does the 901 bus go to South Morang?
Yes, the 901 bus route includes a stop at South Morang Station.
How do I pay for the 901 SmartBus?
You can pay for the 901 SmartBus using a Myki card, which is the standard fare system for public transport in Melbourne.
How often does the 901 bus run?
The 901 bus runs every 15 minutes during weekdays until 9 PM and every 30 minutes on weekends and evenings until midnight (9 PM on Sundays).
Does bus 901 pass Highpoint Shopping Centre?
No, the 901 bus route does not pass Highpoint Shopping Centre. It travels through other key areas such as Broadmeadows, Epping, and Greensborough.
Is the 901 bus to Melbourne Airport free?
No, the 901 bus to Melbourne Airport is not free. You need a valid myki card to travel on this service.
What time does the 901 bus stop running?
The 901 bus stops running at midnight on weekdays and at 9 PM on Sundays.
Where does the 901 bus pick up at Melbourne Airport?
The 901 bus picks up passengers at the bus terminal outside Terminal 4 (T4) at Melbourne Airport
Conclusion
Whether you are a daily commuter or an occasional traveler, the 901 bus offers a reliable and convenient option for getting around Melbourne. Make sure to utilize this service for a hassle-free travel experience. If you’re interested in other bus routes, check out our article on the 333 Bus. Also, learn how to make your travel easier with an Opal Card.
