What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Central Station and Williamstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown. However, there are services departing from La Trobe St/Queen St and arriving at Laverton St/Victoria St via Nicholson St/Droop St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Central Station 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 Central Station to Williamstown?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Williamstown is 15 km. The road distance is 13.1 km.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Central Station 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 Central Station to Williamstown bus from?

Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from La Trobe St/Queen St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown is to train which takes 38 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 220 bus and line 472 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown bus arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Footscray Plaza SC/Paisley St station.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown is 13 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown.

Where can I stay near Williamstown?

There are 5228+ hotels available in Williamstown.

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne Central Station 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
38 min
$6
Drive 13.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Central Station to Williamstowncar 13.1 km
15 min
$3–4
Line 220 bus, line 472 bus
1. Take the bus from La Trobe St/Queen St to Footscray Plaza SC/Paisley Stbus 220
2. Take the bus from Nicholson St/Droop St to Laverton St/Victoria Stbus 472
1h 15m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Central Station to Williamstowntaxi 13.1 km
15 min
$35–45

Melbourne Central Station to Williamstown by foot and train

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Distance: 14.9 km
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Melbourne Central Station, 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 vehicle from Melbourne Central Station to Laverton St/Victoria St via La Trobe St/Queen St, Footscray Plaza SC/Paisley St, and Nicholson St/Droop St in around 1h 15m.

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