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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Williamstown is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Williamstown is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Williamstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne CBD to Williamstown. However, there are services departing from Bourke St/Queen St and arriving at Laverton St/Victoria St via Leeds St/Paisley St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne CBD and Williamstown?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flinders Street Station station and arriving at North Williamstown Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23 min.

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Williamstown?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Williamstown is 14 km. The road distance is 13.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Williamstown without a car is to train which takes 23 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Flinders Street Station to North Williamstown Station takes 23 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Melbourne CBD to Williamstown bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Bourke St/Queen St station.

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

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

Train or bus from Melbourne CBD to Williamstown?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Williamstown is to train which takes 23 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 216 bus and line 472 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 1m.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Williamstown bus arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Williamstown bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Leeds St/Hopkins St station.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Williamstown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Williamstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Williamstown is 14 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Melbourne CBD to Williamstown.

Where can I stay near Williamstown?

There are 5244+ hotels available in Williamstown.

Melbourne CBD to Williamstown - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 216 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to North Williamstown Stationtrain Williamstown
23 min
$6
Drive 13.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne CBD to Williamstowncar 13.6 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 216 bus, line 472 bus
1. Take the bus from Bourke St/Queen St to Leeds St/Hopkins Stbus 216
2. Take the bus from Leeds St/Paisley St to Laverton St/Victoria Stbus 472
1h 1m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne CBD to Williamstowntaxi 13.6 km
14 min
$35–45

Melbourne CBD to Williamstown by train

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Distance: 13.6 km
Duration: 23 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to North Williamstown Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 23 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bourke St/Queen St to Laverton St/Victoria St via Leeds St/Hopkins St and Leeds St/Paisley St in around 1h 1m.

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