What is the cheapest way to get from Point Cook to South Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Point Cook to South Melbourne is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Point Cook to South Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Point Cook to South Melbourne is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $65 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Point Cook and South Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Point Cook to South Melbourne. However, there are services departing from South Shore Ave/Sanctuary Lakes South Bvd and arriving at Collins Square/Collins St via Laverton Station/Railway Ave and Altona North Park & Ride/Millers Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Point Cook and South Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Point Cook station to South Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Williams Landing Station and arriving at South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127 via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Point Cook to South Melbourne?

The distance between Point Cook and South Melbourne is 31 km. The road distance is 27.7 km.

How do I travel from Point Cook to South Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Point Cook to South Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs $18.

How long does it take to get from Point Cook to South Melbourne?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Point Cook to South Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Point Cook to South Melbourne bus from?

Point Cook to South Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from South Shore Ave/Sanctuary Lakes South Bvd station.

Where do I catch the Point Cook to South Melbourne train from?

Point Cook to South Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Williams Landing Station.

Train or bus from Point Cook to South Melbourne?

The best way to get from Point Cook to South Melbourne is to train which takes 59 min and costs $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Point Cook to South Melbourne bus arrive?

Point Cook to South Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Laverton Station/Railway Ave.

Where does the Point Cook to South Melbourne train arrive?

Point Cook to South Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Point Cook to South Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Point Cook to South Melbourne is 28 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Point Cook to South Melbourne.

Where can I stay near South Melbourne?

There are 5264+ hotels available in South Melbourne.

Point Cook to South Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Point Cook to South Melbourne by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Williams Landing Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Werribee
59 min
$18
Drive 27.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Point Cook to South Melbournecar 27.7 km
22 min
$5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Shore Ave/Sanctuary Lakes South Bvd to Laverton Station/Railway Avebus 496
2. Take the bus from Laverton Station/Railway Ave to Ross Rd/Millers Rdbus 412 / ...
3. Take the bus from Altona North Park & Ride/Millers Rd to Collins Square/Collins Stbus 232
1h 24m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Point Cook to South Melbournetaxi 27.7 km
22 min
$65–85
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Atlantis Dr/Point Cook Rd to Williams Landing Stationbus 949 / ...
2. Take the train from Williams Landing Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Werribee
1h 8m
$18
Bus, train via Ivory Ave/Alamanda Bvd
1. Take the bus from Ivory Ave/Alamanda Bvd to Williams Landing Stationbus 495 / ...
2. Take the train from Williams Landing Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Werribee
1h 14m
$18

Point Cook to South Melbourne by bus, train, and tram

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Distance: 30.8 km
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Point Cook, VIC, Australia and South Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Williams Landing Station to Southern Cross Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Shore Ave/Sanctuary Lakes South Bvd to Collins Square/Collins St via Laverton Station/Railway Ave, Ross Rd/Millers Rd, and Altona North Park & Ride/Millers Rd in around 1h 24m.

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