What is the cheapest way to get from Footscray to Watsonia North?

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Watsonia North is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Footscray to Watsonia North?

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Watsonia North is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Watsonia North?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Watsonia North. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Cameron Pde/Macorna St via Bourke St/Queen St and La Trobe University Medical Centre/Plenty Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Watsonia North?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Watsonia North station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Watsonia Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Footscray to Watsonia North?

The distance between Footscray and Watsonia North is 27 km. The road distance is 24.4 km.

How do I travel from Footscray to Watsonia North without a car?

The best way to get from Footscray to Watsonia North without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Footscray to Watsonia North?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Footscray to Watsonia North, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Watsonia North bus from?

Footscray to Watsonia North bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Watsonia North train from?

Footscray to Watsonia North train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Footscray to Watsonia North?

The best way to get from Footscray to Watsonia North is to train which takes 59 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 216 bus and line 250 bus, which costs $12 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Footscray to Watsonia North bus arrive?

Footscray to Watsonia North bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Bourke St/Queen St station.

Where does the Footscray to Watsonia North train arrive?

Footscray to Watsonia North train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Watsonia Station.

Can I drive from Footscray to Watsonia North?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Watsonia North is 24 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Footscray to Watsonia North.

Where can I stay near Watsonia North?

There are 4997+ hotels available in Watsonia North.

Footscray to Watsonia North - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 216 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Footscray to Watsonia North by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Watsonia Stationtrain Hurstbridge
59 min
$6
Drive 24.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Footscray to Watsonia Northcar 24.4 km
27 min
$5–7
Line 216 bus, line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Bourke St/Queen Stbus 216
2. Take the bus from Bourke St/Queen St to La Trobe Universitybus 250 / ...
2h 13m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Watsonia Northtaxi 24.4 km
27 min
$60–75
Line 216 bus, line 86 tram
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Bourke St/Queen Stbus 216
2. Take the tram from Queen St/Bourke St #4 to Taunton Dr/Plenty Rd #69tram 86
1h 40m
$12

Footscray to Watsonia North by train

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Distance: 26.7 km
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Footscray, VIC, Australia and Watsonia North, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Watsonia Station every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Cameron Pde/Macorna St via Bourke St/Queen St, La Trobe University, and La Trobe University Medical Centre/Plenty Rd in around 2h 13m.

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