What is the cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Altona?

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Altona is to bus and train which costs $24 - $70 and takes 12h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Adelaide to Altona?

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Altona is to fly and train which takes 3h 52m and costs $130 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Altona?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Altona station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at Altona Station/Railway St South via Canterbury St/Station Rd and Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Altona?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide station to Altona station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide Station and arriving at Westona Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 6m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Altona?

The distance between Adelaide and Altona is 688 km. The road distance is 715.3 km.

How do I travel from Adelaide to Altona without a car?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Altona without a car is to bus which takes 10h 33m and costs $101 - $105.

How long does it take to get from Adelaide to Altona?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Adelaide to Altona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Altona bus from?

Adelaide to Altona bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Adelaide station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Altona train from?

Adelaide to Altona train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide Station.

Train or bus from Adelaide to Altona?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Altona is to bus which takes 10h 33m and costs $101 - $105. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $380 and takes 12h 6m.

Where does the Adelaide to Altona bus arrive?

Adelaide to Altona bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Deer Park station.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Altona?

Altona is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 1:37 AM in Adelaide and 2:07 AM in Altona.

Where does the Adelaide to Altona train arrive?

Adelaide to Altona train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Altona?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Altona is 715 km. It takes approximately 7h 58m to drive from Adelaide to Altona.

Where can I stay near Altona?

There are 4940+ hotels available in Altona.

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane ADL - MEL
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Westona Stationtrain
3h 52m
$134–369
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Coach
2. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Footscray Stationtrain Bendigo
12h 44m
$24–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to Deer Parkbus Melbourne
10h 33m
$101–105
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
12h 6m
$149–380
Drive 715.3 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Altonacar 715.3 km
7h 58m
$129–186

Adelaide to Altona by bus

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Distance: 688 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Altona, VIC, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Adelaide to Deer Park once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 9h 20m. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Station twice a week. Tickets cost $140–380 and the journey takes 11h 25m.

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