What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station) is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station) is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $75 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Altona (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station). However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and arriving at Railway St North/Pier St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station)?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Altona (Station) is 38 km. The road distance is 28.9 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station) without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 7m and costs $34.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station)?

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station) bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station) bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr station.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station) bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station) bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station) is 29 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station).

Where can I stay near Altona (Station)?

There are 4810+ hotels available in Altona (Station).

Can I share a ride from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Altona (Station). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station) by bus, train, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Skybus Coach Terminalbus City - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Altona Stationtrain Werribee
1h 7m
$34
Drive 28.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station)car 28.9 km
28 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station)taxi 28.9 km
28 min
$75–90
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Altona (Station)rideshare 28.9 km
28 min
$95–130
Bus, line 903 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus Sunshine Railway Station - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Railway St North/Pier Stbus 903
1h 7m
$34

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Altona (Station) by bus and train

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Distance: 37.7 km
Duration: 1h 7m

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and Altona (Station), VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Railway St North/Pier St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 1h 7m.

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