What is the cheapest way to get from Airport West to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Airport West to Melbourne is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Airport West to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Airport West to Melbourne is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Airport West and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Airport West to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Highlands Ave/South Rd and arriving at Melbourne University/Royal Pde via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Airport West and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Hawker St/Matthews Ave #57 and arriving at Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Airport West to Melbourne?

The distance between Airport West and Melbourne is 13 km. The road distance is 13.6 km.

How do I travel from Airport West to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Airport West to Melbourne without a car is to line 59 tram which takes 45 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Airport West to Melbourne?

The line 59 tram from Hawker St/Matthews Ave #57 to Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Airport West to Melbourne bus from?

Airport West to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Highlands Ave/South Rd station.

Where do I catch the Airport West to Melbourne train from?

Airport West to Melbourne train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Hawker St/Matthews Ave #57 station.

Where does the Airport West to Melbourne bus arrive?

Airport West to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where does the Airport West to Melbourne train arrive?

Airport West to Melbourne train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5.

Can I drive from Airport West to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Airport West to Melbourne is 14 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Airport West to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5289+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Airport West to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via line 59 tram, and line 469 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Airport West to Melbourne by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 59 tram
best
1. Take the tram from Hawker St/Matthews Ave #57 to Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5tram 59
45 min
$6
Drive 13.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Airport West to Melbournecar 13.6 km
15 min
$3–4
Line 469 bus, line 505 bus
1. Take the bus from Highlands Ave/South Rd to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rdbus 469
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Melbourne University/Royal Pdebus 505
1h 16m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Airport West to Melbournetaxi 13.6 km
15 min
$40–50

Airport West to Melbourne by tram

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Distance: 13.1 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Airport West, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Hawker St/Matthews Ave #57 to Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Highlands Ave/South Rd to Melbourne University/Royal Pde via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd in around 1h 16m.

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