What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Altona (Station)?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Altona (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Altona (Station) is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Altona (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Altona (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Little Collins St/Queen St and arriving at Altona Station/Railway St South via Marigold Ave/Millers Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Altona (Station)?

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 (Station)?

The distance between Melbourne and Altona (Station) is 18 km. The road distance is 17.7 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Altona (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Altona (Station) without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Altona (Station)?

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 (Station) bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Altona (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Altona (Station)?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Altona (Station) is to train which takes 30 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 232 bus and line 903 bus, which costs $6 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Melbourne to Altona (Station) bus arrive?

Melbourne to Altona (Station) bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Marigold Ave/Millers Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne to Altona (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Altona (Station)?

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

Where can I stay near Altona (Station)?

There are 4816+ hotels available in Altona (Station).

Melbourne to Altona (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 232 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Altona Stationtrain Werribee
30 min
$6
Drive 17.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Altona (Station)car 17.7 km
18 min
$4–5
Line 232 bus, line 903 bus
1. Take the bus from Little Collins St/Queen St to Marigold Ave/Millers Rdbus 232
2. Take the bus from Marigold Ave/Millers Rd to Altona Station/Railway St Southbus 903 / ...
42 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Altona (Station)taxi 17.7 km
18 min
$45–55

Melbourne to Altona (Station) by train

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Distance: 18.5 km
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Altona (Station), 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, you can take a bus from Little Collins St/Queen St to Altona Station/Railway St South via Marigold Ave/Millers Rd in around 42 min.

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