Peninsula campus

The Peninsula campus is Monash University's third largest campus. It is about 40 kilometres south of Melbourne and has around 3500 students.

Located in the bayside suburb of Frankston, the campus is close to popular beaches, national parks, wineries and restaurants. The centre of Frankston is a 15-minute walk, where students can find shopping centres, cafes, cinemas and a cultural centre.

Many Peninsula students undertake part of their studies at other Monash campuses. There is a free shuttle bus service that runs between the Peninsula and Clayton campuses.

Contact the campus

Monash University
Peninsula Campus

Located at
McMahons Road
Frankston
Victoria 3199
Australia

Tel: +61 3 990 44000

Getting there

By train

Travel to and from Frankston is easy via public transport. To get to campus, catch a Frankston line train from Melbourne's city centre. At Frankston train station, catch connecting buses 775, 776, 782 and 783. Monash also provides a free shuttle bus service for students and staff.

By bus

  • 790 - between Cranbourne West and Frankston, which stops one kilometre from campus.

See the Metlink website for timetables and more information.

By car

(Melways map ref. 102 F4)

You can easily reach Peninsula campus by Eastlink (tolls). Travel time from Melbourne is around 45 minutes.

Students can also travel south along Nepean Highway and the Frankston Freeway. Travel time from Melbourne is over one hour.

If travelling from Melbourne airport, add 15 minutes travel time. If travelling via the Western Ring Rd or Westgate Bridge, add 30 minutes travel time.

Parking

All staff and students need permit parking. Paid parking is available for visitors. Open the campus map (pdf 171kb) to locate specific parking areas.

Accommodation

Fully furnished, self-contained student accommodation is available within walking distance of all campus facilities.

For more information on accommodation, call +61 3 9904 4338, email peninsula.admin@mrs.monash.edu.au or visit the Monash Residential Services.