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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Zoo and Williamstown?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Zoo/Poplar Rd and arriving at Laverton St/Victoria St via Chaucer St/Ascot Vale Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Zoo and Williamstown?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Zoo station to Williamstown station. However, there are services departing from Royal Park Station and arriving at North Williamstown Station via North Melbourne Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown?

The distance between Melbourne Zoo and Williamstown is 15 km. The road distance is 13.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown, including transfers.

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

Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Chaucer St/Ascot Vale Rd station.

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

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

Train or bus from Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown?

The best way to get from Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown is to train which takes 46 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 472 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown bus arrive?

Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Laverton St/Victoria St station.

Where does the Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown is 14 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown.

Where can I stay near Williamstown?

There are 5242+ hotels available in Williamstown.

Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 472 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Royal Park Station to North Melbourne Stationtrain Upfield
2. Take the train from North Melbourne Station to North Williamstown Stationtrain Williamstown
46 min
$6
Drive 13.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Zoo to Williamstowncar 13.8 km
18 min
$3–4
Line 472 bus
1. Take the bus from Chaucer St/Ascot Vale Rd to Laverton St/Victoria Stbus 472
1h 23m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Zoo to Williamstowntaxi 13.8 km
18 min
$35–45

Melbourne Zoo to Williamstown by foot and train

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Distance: 15 km
Duration: 46 min

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

You can take a vehicle from Melbourne Zoo to North Williamstown Station via Royal Park Station and North Melbourne Station in around 46 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Chaucer St/Ascot Vale Rd to Laverton St/Victoria St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 49 min.

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