What is the cheapest way to get from Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo is to train which costs $6 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs $15 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Carlton Gardens and Melbourne Zoo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parliament Station station and arriving at Royal Park Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo?

The distance between Carlton Gardens and Melbourne Zoo is 8 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo?

The train from Parliament Station to Royal Park Station takes 14 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo train from?

Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Parliament Station.

Where does the Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo train arrive?

Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Royal Park Station.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Zoo?

There are 5290+ hotels available in Melbourne Zoo.

Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 30 tram

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There are 6 ways to get from Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo by train, tram, taxi, or foot

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Train
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1. Take the train from Parliament Station to Royal Park Stationtrain Upfield
29 min
$6
Line 30 tram, line 58 tram
1. Take the tram from La Trobe St/Victoria St #9 to Flagstaff Station/La Trobe St #3tram 30
2. Take the tram from Flagstaff to State Netball Hockey Centre/Royal Park #25tram 58
38 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zootaxi 4.1 km
5 min
$15–18
Walk
1. Take the walk from Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoowalk 3.8 km
45 min
Line 58 tram
1. Take the tram from Flemington Rd/Peel St #12 to State Netball Hockey Centre/Royal Park #25tram 58
34 min
$6
Line 19 tram
1. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Visy Park/Royal Pde #16tram 19
34 min
$6

Carlton Gardens to Melbourne Zoo by foot and train

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Distance: 8.4 km
Duration: 29 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Parliament Station to Royal Park Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 14 min.

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