What is the cheapest way to get from Echuca to Altona?

The cheapest way to get from Echuca to Altona is to bus which costs $8 - $29 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Echuca to Altona?

The fastest way to get from Echuca to Altona is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Echuca and Altona?

No, there is no direct bus from Echuca station to Altona. However, there are services departing from Echuca Station/Sturt St and arriving at Rankin St/Blyth St via Southern Cross Station/Collins St and Marigold Ave/Millers Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Echuca and Altona?

No, there is no direct train from Echuca station to Altona station. However, there are services departing from Echuca Station and arriving at Westona Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Echuca to Altona?

The distance between Echuca and Altona is 258 km. The road distance is 217.8 km.

How do I travel from Echuca to Altona without a car?

The best way to get from Echuca to Altona without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs $16 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Echuca to Altona?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Echuca to Altona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Echuca to Altona bus from?

Echuca to Altona bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Echuca Station/Sturt St.

Where do I catch the Echuca to Altona train from?

Echuca to Altona train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Echuca Station.

Train or bus from Echuca to Altona?

The best way to get from Echuca to Altona is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs $16 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $29 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Echuca to Altona bus arrive?

Echuca to Altona bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Echuca to Altona train arrive?

Echuca to Altona train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Echuca to Altona?

Yes, the driving distance between Echuca to Altona is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Echuca to Altona.

Where can I stay near Altona?

There are 4943+ hotels available in Altona.

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There are 3 ways to get from Echuca to Altona by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Echuca Station to Footscray Stationtrain Bendigo
3h 43m
$16–19
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Echuca Station/Sturt St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Coach
4h 17m
$9–28
Drive 217.8 km
1. Drive from Echuca to Altonacar 217.8 km
2h 42m
$39–57

Echuca to Altona by train

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3h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 257.6 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Echuca, VIC, Australia and Altona, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Echuca Station to Footscray Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Echuca Station/Sturt St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St once daily. Tickets cost $2–23 and the journey takes 3h.

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