What is the cheapest way to get from Altona (Station) to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Altona (Station) to Melbourne is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Altona (Station) to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Altona (Station) to Melbourne is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Altona (Station) and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Altona (Station) station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Altona Station/Railway St South and arriving at Bourke St/Queen St via Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Altona (Station) and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Altona Station station and arriving at Flinders Street Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Altona (Station) to Melbourne?

The distance between Altona (Station) and Melbourne is 18 km. The road distance is 17.5 km.

How do I travel from Altona (Station) to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Altona (Station) to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Altona (Station) to Melbourne?

The train from Altona Station to Flinders Street Station takes 32 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Altona (Station) to Melbourne bus from?

Altona (Station) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Altona Station/Railway St South.

Where do I catch the Altona (Station) to Melbourne train from?

Altona (Station) to Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Altona Station.

Train or bus from Altona (Station) to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Altona (Station) to Melbourne is to train which takes 32 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 903 bus and line 232 bus, which costs $6 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Altona (Station) to Melbourne bus arrive?

Altona (Station) to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd station.

Where does the Altona (Station) to Melbourne train arrive?

Altona (Station) to Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Altona (Station) to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Altona (Station) to Melbourne is 17 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Altona (Station) to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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Altona (Station) to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 903 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Altona (Station) to Melbourne by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Altona Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Werribee
32 min
$6
Drive 17.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Altona (Station) to Melbournecar 17.5 km
17 min
$4–5
Line 903 bus, line 232 bus
1. Take the bus from Altona Station/Railway St South to Altona Gate SC/Millers Rdbus 903 / ...
2. Take the bus from Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd to Bourke St/Queen Stbus 232
53 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Altona (Station) to Melbournetaxi 17.5 km
17 min
$45–55

Altona (Station) to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 18.5 km
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Altona (Station), VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Altona Station to Flinders Street Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Altona Station/Railway St South to Bourke St/Queen St via Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd in around 53 min.

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