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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Zoo and Thomastown?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown station. However, there are services departing from State Netball Hockey Centre/Royal Park #25 and arriving at Thomastown Station via Flagstaff Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown?

The distance between Melbourne Zoo and Thomastown is 24 km. The road distance is 15.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown without a car is to line 58 tram and train which takes 1h 11m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown, including transfers.

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

Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from State Netball Hockey Centre/Royal Park #25 station.

Where does the Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown train arrive?

Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Flagstaff station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown is 16 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown.

Where can I stay near Thomastown?

There are 4935+ hotels available in Thomastown.

Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 58 tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown by tram, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 58 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from State Netball Hockey Centre/Royal Park #25 to Flagstafftram 58
2. Take the train from Flagstaff Station to Thomastown Stationtrain Mernda
1h 11m
$12
Drive 15.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Zoo to Thomastowncar 15.7 km
18 min
$3–5
Line 58 tram, line 561 bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the tram from Royal Park Station/Royal Park #27 to Bell St/Melville Rd #45tram 58
2. Take the bus from Bell St/Sussex St to Reservoir Station/High Stbus 561
3. Take the bus from Reservoir Station/High St to Spring St/High Stbus 555
1h 39m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Zoo to Thomastowntaxi 15.7 km
18 min
$40–50

Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown by foot, tram, and train

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Distance: 23.6 km
Duration: 1h 11m

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

There is no direct connection from Melbourne Zoo to Thomastown. However, you can walk to State Netball Hockey Centre/Royal Park #25, take the line 58 vehicle to Flagstaff, walk to Flagstaff Station, then take the train to Thomastown Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melbourne Zoo to Spring St/High St via Royal Park Station/Royal Park #27, Bell St/Melville Rd #45, Bell St/Sussex St, and Reservoir Station/High St in around 1h 39m.

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