What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Altona?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Altona is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Altona?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Altona is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Altona?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne CBD to Altona. However, there are services departing from Little Collins St/Queen St and arriving at Rankin St/Blyth St via Marigold Ave/Millers Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne CBD and Altona?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flinders Street Station station and arriving at Westona Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Altona?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Altona is 20 km. The road distance is 19.5 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne CBD to Altona without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Altona without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne CBD to Altona?

The train from Flinders Street Station to Westona Station takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Altona bus from?

Melbourne CBD to Altona bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Little Collins St/Queen St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Altona train from?

Melbourne CBD to Altona train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne CBD to Altona?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Altona is to train which takes 33 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 232 bus and line 412 bus, which costs $6 and takes 57 min.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Altona bus arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Altona bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Marigold Ave/Millers Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Altona train arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Altona train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Westona Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Altona?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Altona is 19 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Melbourne CBD to Altona.

Where can I stay near Altona?

There are 4942+ hotels available in Altona.

Melbourne CBD to Altona - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 232 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne CBD to Altona by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Westona Stationtrain Werribee
33 min
$6
Drive 19.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne CBD to Altonacar 19.5 km
18 min
$4–5
Line 232 bus, line 412 bus
1. Take the bus from Little Collins St/Queen St to Marigold Ave/Millers Rdbus 232
2. Take the bus from Marigold Ave/Millers Rd to Rankin St/Blyth Stbus 411 / ...
57 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne CBD to Altonataxi 19.5 km
18 min
$50–60

Melbourne CBD to Altona by train

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Distance: 19.9 km
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Melbourne CBD, VIC, Australia and Altona, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Westona Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Little Collins St/Queen St to Rankin St/Blyth St via Marigold Ave/Millers Rd in around 57 min.

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