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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Reservoir is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Reservoir is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Zoo and Reservoir?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Royal Park Station station and arriving at Merlynston Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Melbourne Zoo to Reservoir?

The distance between Melbourne Zoo and Reservoir is 8 km. The road distance is 11.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Reservoir without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Royal Park Station to Merlynston Station takes 12 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Melbourne Zoo to Reservoir train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Royal Park Station.

Where does the Melbourne Zoo to Reservoir train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne Zoo to Reservoir?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Zoo to Reservoir is 11 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Melbourne Zoo to Reservoir.

Where can I stay near Reservoir?

There are 5099+ hotels available in Reservoir.

Melbourne Zoo to Reservoir - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 58 tram

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Royal Park Station to Merlynston Stationtrain Upfield
19 min
$6
Drive 11.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Zoo to Reservoircar 11.1 km
14 min
$2–3
Line 58 tram, line 561 bus
1. Take the tram from State Netball Hockey Centre/Royal Park #25 to Bell St/Melville Rd #45tram 58
2. Take the bus from Bell St/Sussex St to Kelsby St/Edwardes Stbus 561
1h 3m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Zoo to Reservoirtaxi 11.1 km
14 min
$30–40
Line 19 tram
1. Take the tram from Visy Park/Royal Pde #16 to North Coburg Terminus/Sydney Rd #40tram 19
36 min
$6

Melbourne Zoo to Reservoir by foot and train

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Distance: 7.7 km
Duration: 19 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Royal Park Station to Merlynston Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 12 min.

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