What is the cheapest way to get from Altona to Melbourne Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Altona to Melbourne Zoo is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Altona to Melbourne Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Altona to Melbourne Zoo is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Altona and Melbourne Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Altona to Melbourne Zoo. However, there are services departing from Grieve Pde/Blyth St and arriving at Melrose St/Canning St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Altona and Melbourne Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Altona station to Melbourne Zoo station. However, there are services departing from Westona Station and arriving at Royal Park Station via North Melbourne Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Altona to Melbourne Zoo?

The distance between Altona and Melbourne Zoo is 21 km. The road distance is 18.9 km.

How do I travel from Altona to Melbourne Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Altona to Melbourne Zoo without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Altona to Melbourne Zoo?

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Altona to Melbourne Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altona to Melbourne Zoo bus from?

Altona to Melbourne Zoo bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Grieve Pde/Blyth St station.

Where do I catch the Altona to Melbourne Zoo train from?

Altona to Melbourne Zoo train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Westona Station.

Train or bus from Altona to Melbourne Zoo?

The best way to get from Altona to Melbourne Zoo is to train which takes 54 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 412 bus and line 402 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Altona to Melbourne Zoo bus arrive?

Altona to Melbourne Zoo bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Leeds St/Paisley St station.

Where does the Altona to Melbourne Zoo train arrive?

Altona to Melbourne Zoo train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at North Melbourne Station.

Can I drive from Altona to Melbourne Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Altona to Melbourne Zoo is 19 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Altona to Melbourne Zoo.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Zoo?

There are 5290+ hotels available in Melbourne Zoo.

Altona to Melbourne Zoo - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 412 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Westona Station to North Melbourne Stationtrain Werribee / ...
54 min
$6
Drive 18.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Altona to Melbourne Zoocar 18.9 km
19 min
$4–5
Line 412 bus, line 402 bus
1. Take the bus from Grieve Pde/Blyth St to Leeds St/Paisley Stbus 411 / ...
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Melrose St/Canning Stbus 402
1h 24m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Altona to Melbourne Zootaxi 18.9 km
19 min
$45–60

Altona to Melbourne Zoo by train and foot

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Distance: 21.4 km
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Altona, VIC, Australia and Melbourne Zoo, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Westona Station to North Melbourne Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grieve Pde/Blyth St to Melbourne Zoo via Leeds St/Paisley St, Footscray Station/Irving St, and Melrose St/Canning St in around 1h 24m.

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