Frankston travel guide
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You're Going to Love Frankston
With a population of 34.457, Frankston is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Frankston to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Frankston
If you’re looking for affordable options, Waves on the Beach (2/1N Long Island Dr) and Frankston Brewhouse (10 New St) are great picks.
When to visit Frankston
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Frankston in January, when the average temperature is 19 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 60 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Frankston, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.
How to Get to Frankston
Plane
When flying to Frankston, you’ll arrive at Melbourne Moorabbin (MBW), which is located 19 km from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Frankston is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 40 km from Frankston. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Melbourne.
Bus
Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Frankston. From Canberra, the bus ride to Frankston takes 772 km and will cost you around $113. From Sydney, the ticket costs about $245 for a journey of 1159 km.
Airlines serving Frankston
Where to stay in Frankston
Average rates range from around $132 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $577 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Frankston
Most booked hotels in Frankston
Hiring a car in Frankston
Hiring a car in Frankston costs $57 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Melbourne.
Expect to pay $1.75 per litre in Frankston (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $20.90 and $27.87. Compact (MG HS or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Frankston, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.