What is the cheapest way to get from Alphington to South Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Alphington to South Melbourne is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Alphington to South Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Alphington to South Melbourne is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Alphington and South Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Alphington to South Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg Rd/Grange Rd and arriving at Ferrars St/City Rd via Collins St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Alphington and South Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alphington Station station and arriving at Flinders Street Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Alphington to South Melbourne?

The distance between Alphington and South Melbourne is 9 km. The road distance is 11.2 km.

How do I travel from Alphington to South Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Alphington to South Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Alphington to South Melbourne?

The train from Alphington Station to Flinders Street Station takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Alphington to South Melbourne bus from?

Alphington to South Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Heidelberg Rd/Grange Rd station.

Where do I catch the Alphington to South Melbourne train from?

Alphington to South Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Alphington Station.

Train or bus from Alphington to South Melbourne?

The best way to get from Alphington to South Melbourne is to train which takes 19 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 350 bus and line 234 bus, which costs $12 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Alphington to South Melbourne bus arrive?

Alphington to South Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Little Collins St/Queen St station.

Where does the Alphington to South Melbourne train arrive?

Alphington to South Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Alphington to South Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Alphington to South Melbourne is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Alphington to South Melbourne.

Where can I stay near South Melbourne?

There are 5287+ hotels available in South Melbourne.

Alphington to South Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 350 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Alphington to South Melbourne by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Alphington Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Hurstbridge
19 min
$6
Drive 11.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Alphington to South Melbournecar 11.2 km
12 min
$2–3
Line 350 bus, line 234 bus
1. Take the bus from Heidelberg Rd/Grange Rd to Little Collins St/Queen Stbus 350
2. Take the bus from Collins St/Queen St to Ferrars St/City Rdbus 234
50 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alphington to South Melbournetaxi 11.2 km
12 min
$30–40
Train, line 12 tram
1. Take the train from Alphington Station to North Richmond Stationtrain Hurstbridge
2. Take the tram from North Richmond to Dorcas St/Clarendon St #128tram 12
48 min
$12

Alphington to South Melbourne by train

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Distance: 9.1 km
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Alphington, VIC, Australia and South Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Alphington Station to Flinders Street Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Heidelberg Rd/Grange Rd to Ferrars St/City Rd via Little Collins St/Queen St and Collins St/Queen St in around 50 min.

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