What is the cheapest way to get from Reservoir to Footscray?

The cheapest way to get from Reservoir to Footscray is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Reservoir to Footscray?

The fastest way to get from Reservoir to Footscray is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Reservoir and Footscray?

No, there is no direct bus from Reservoir station to Footscray. However, there are services departing from Preston Station/Murray Rd and arriving at Nicholson St/Droop St via Essendon Station/Russell St and Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Reservoir and Footscray?

No, there is no direct train from Reservoir station to Footscray station. However, there are services departing from Reservoir Station and arriving at Footscray Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Reservoir to Footscray?

The distance between Reservoir and Footscray is 21 km. The road distance is 16.6 km.

How do I travel from Reservoir to Footscray without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Reservoir to Footscray?

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Reservoir to Footscray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reservoir to Footscray bus from?

Reservoir to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Preston Station/Murray Rd.

Where do I catch the Reservoir to Footscray train from?

Reservoir to Footscray train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Reservoir Station.

Train or bus from Reservoir to Footscray?

The best way to get from Reservoir to Footscray is to train which takes 46 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 903 bus and line 472 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Reservoir to Footscray bus arrive?

Reservoir to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Essendon Station/Rose St.

Where does the Reservoir to Footscray train arrive?

Reservoir to Footscray train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Reservoir to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between Reservoir to Footscray is 17 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Reservoir to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5262+ hotels available in Footscray.

Reservoir to Footscray - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 903 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Reservoir to Footscray by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reservoir Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Mernda
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Footscray Stationtrain Williamstown / ...
46 min
$6
Drive 16.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Reservoir to Footscraycar 16.6 km
20 min
$3–5
Line 903 bus, line 472 bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Station/Murray Rd to Essendon Station/Rose Stbus 903
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Nicholson St/Droop Stbus 472
1h 25m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reservoir to Footscraytaxi 16.6 km
20 min
$40–55
Line 11 tram
1. Take the tram from West Preston/Gilbert Rd #47 to Southern Cross Station/Collins St #D14tram 11
1h 2m
$12

Reservoir to Footscray by train

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Distance: 20.7 km
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Reservoir, VIC, Australia and Footscray, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Reservoir Station to Footscray Station via Flinders Street Station in around 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Station/Murray Rd to Nicholson St/Droop St via Essendon Station/Rose St, Essendon Station/Russell St, and Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd in around 1h 25m.

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