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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Reservoir is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Reservoir is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Reservoir?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Little Lonsdale St/Exhibition St and arriving at Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne CBD and Reservoir?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parliament Station station and arriving at Reservoir Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Reservoir?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Reservoir is 13 km. The road distance is 12.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Reservoir without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Parliament Station to Reservoir Station takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Melbourne CBD to Reservoir bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Little Lonsdale St/Exhibition St station.

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

Melbourne CBD to Reservoir train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Parliament Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne CBD to Reservoir?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Reservoir is to train which takes 27 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 251 bus, which costs $6 and takes 47 min.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Reservoir bus arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Reservoir bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Reservoir train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Reservoir?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Reservoir is 12 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Melbourne CBD to Reservoir.

Where can I stay near Reservoir?

There are 5099+ hotels available in Reservoir.

Melbourne CBD to Reservoir - 5 ways to travel via train, line 251 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne CBD to Reservoir by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Parliament Station to Reservoir Stationtrain Mernda
27 min
$6
Drive 12.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne CBD to Reservoircar 12.3 km
15 min
$3–4
Line 251 bus
1. Take the bus from Little Lonsdale St/Exhibition St to Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rdbus 251
47 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne CBD to Reservoirtaxi 12.3 km
15 min
$30–40
Line 11 tram
1. Take the tram from Exhibition St/Collins St #7 to West Preston/Gilbert Rd #47tram 11
38 min
$6

Melbourne CBD to Reservoir by train

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Distance: 13.4 km
Duration: 27 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Parliament Station to Reservoir Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Little Lonsdale St/Exhibition St to Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 47 min.

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