What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Altona Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Altona Beach is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Altona Beach?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Altona Beach is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Altona Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Altona Beach. However, there are services departing from Little Collins St/Queen St and arriving at Rayner St/Blyth St via Ross Rd/Millers Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Altona Beach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flinders Street Station station and arriving at Altona Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Melbourne to Altona Beach?

The distance between Melbourne and Altona Beach is 20 km. The road distance is 18.4 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Altona Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Altona Beach without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Altona Beach?

The train from Flinders Street Station to Altona Station takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Altona Beach bus from?

Melbourne to Altona Beach bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Little Collins St/Queen St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Altona Beach train from?

Melbourne to Altona Beach train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne to Altona Beach?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Altona Beach is to train which takes 44 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 and takes 53 min.

Where does the Melbourne to Altona Beach bus arrive?

Melbourne to Altona Beach bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Altona North Park & Ride/Millers Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne to Altona Beach train arrive?

Melbourne to Altona Beach train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Altona Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Altona Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Altona Beach is 18 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Melbourne to Altona Beach.

Where can I stay near Altona Beach?

There are 4805+ hotels available in Altona Beach.

Melbourne to Altona Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne to Altona Beach by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Altona Stationtrain Werribee
44 min
$6
Drive 18.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Altona Beachcar 18.4 km
18 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Little Collins St/Queen St to Altona North Park & Ride/Millers Rdbus 232
53 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Altona Beachtaxi 18.4 km
18 min
$45–60

Melbourne to Altona Beach by train and foot

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Distance: 19.7 km
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Altona Beach, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Altona Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Little Collins St/Queen St to Altona North Park & Ride/Millers Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 29 min. Public Transport Victoria also services this route every 30 minutes.

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