What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Franklin?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Franklin is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Franklin?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Franklin is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Franklin?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dickson Shops Cowper St and arriving at Oodgeroo Av before Kilmeny Cl. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Franklin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alinga Street Platform 2 and arriving at Nullarbor Avenue Platform 2. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Canberra to Franklin?

The distance between Canberra and Franklin is 9 km. The road distance is 10.5 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Franklin without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Franklin without a car is to line 18 bus which takes 19 min and costs $2 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Franklin?

The line 18 bus from Dickson Shops Cowper St to Oodgeroo Av before Kilmeny Cl takes 19 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Franklin bus from?

Canberra to Franklin bus services, operated by Transport Canberra, depart from Dickson Shops Cowper St station.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Franklin train from?

Canberra to Franklin train services, operated by Canberra Metro Operations, depart from Alinga Street Platform 2 station.

Where does the Canberra to Franklin bus arrive?

Canberra to Franklin bus services, operated by Transport Canberra, arrive at Oodgeroo Av before Kilmeny Cl station.

Where does the Canberra to Franklin train arrive?

Canberra to Franklin train services, operated by Canberra Metro Operations, arrive at Nullarbor Avenue Platform 2 station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Franklin?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Franklin is 10 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Canberra to Franklin.

Where can I stay near Franklin?

There are 909+ hotels available in Franklin.

Canberra to Franklin - 4 ways to travel via line 18 bus, line 1 tram, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Canberra to Franklin by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 18 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dickson Shops Cowper St to Oodgeroo Av before Kilmeny Clbus 18
19 min
$2–6
Line 1 tram
1. Take the tram from Alinga Street Platform 2 to Nullarbor Avenue Platform 2tram 1
19 min
$3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Canberra to Franklintaxi 10.5 km
11 min
$35–45
Drive 10.5 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Franklincar 10.5 km
11 min
$2–3

Canberra to Franklin by bus

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Distance: 8.9 km
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Franklin, ACT, Australia?

Transport Canberra operates a bus from Dickson Shops Cowper St to Oodgeroo Av before Kilmeny Cl hourly. Tickets cost $2–6 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Canberra Metro Operations operates a vehicle from Alinga Street Platform 2 to Nullarbor Avenue Platform 2 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–4 and the journey takes 19 min.

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