What is the cheapest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Ferntree Gully and Melbourne Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo. However, there are services departing from Brenock Park Dr/Burwood Hwy and arriving at Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, St Vincent's Hospital/Victoria Pde and Melbourne University/Grattan St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Ferntree Gully and Melbourne Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Ferntree Gully station to Melbourne Zoo. However, there are services departing from Ferntree Gully Station and arriving at State Netball Hockey Centre/Royal Park #25 via Flagstaff. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo?

The distance between Ferntree Gully and Melbourne Zoo is 40 km. The road distance is 35.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo?

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo bus from?

Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Brenock Park Dr/Burwood Hwy station.

Where do I catch the Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo train from?

Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Ferntree Gully Station.

Train or bus from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo?

The best way to get from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo bus arrive?

Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Where does the Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo train arrive?

Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flagstaff Station.

Can I drive from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo is 36 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Zoo?

There are 5439+ hotels available in Melbourne Zoo.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ferntree Gully Station to Flagstaff Stationtrain Belgrave
1h 16m
$12
Drive 35.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoocar 35.6 km
37 min
$7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brenock Park Dr/Burwood Hwy to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus 732
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Eye & Ear Hospital/Victoria Pdebus 302
2h 29m
$18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zootaxi 35.6 km
37 min
$85–110

Ferntree Gully to Melbourne Zoo by train, tram, and foot

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Distance: 40.5 km
Duration: 1h 16m

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Ferntree Gully Station to Flagstaff Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brenock Park Dr/Burwood Hwy to Melbourne Zoo via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, Eye & Ear Hospital/Victoria Pde, St Vincent's Hospital/Victoria Pde, Melbourne University/Grattan St, and Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd in around 2h 29m.

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