What is the cheapest way to get from Reservoir to South Melbourne?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Reservoir to South Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Reservoir to South Melbourne is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Reservoir and South Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Reservoir to South Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd and arriving at Ferrars St/City Rd via Collins St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Reservoir and South Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Reservoir Station station and arriving at Flinders Street Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Reservoir to South Melbourne?

The distance between Reservoir and South Melbourne is 14 km. The road distance is 15.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Reservoir to South Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Reservoir to South Melbourne?

The train from Reservoir Station to Flinders Street Station takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Reservoir to South Melbourne bus from?

Reservoir to South Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd station.

Where do I catch the Reservoir to South Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Reservoir to South Melbourne?

The best way to get from Reservoir to South Melbourne is to train which takes 29 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 251 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Reservoir to South Melbourne bus arrive?

Reservoir to South Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Little Collins St/Queen St station.

Where does the Reservoir to South Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reservoir to South Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Reservoir to South Melbourne is 15 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Reservoir to South Melbourne.

Where can I stay near South Melbourne?

There are 5255+ hotels available in South Melbourne.

Reservoir to South Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 251 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Reservoir to South Melbourne 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
29 min
$6
Drive 15.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Reservoir to South Melbournecar 15.1 km
18 min
$3–4
Line 251 bus
1. Take the bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Little Collins St/Queen Stbus 251
1h 16m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Reservoir to South Melbournetaxi 15.1 km
18 min
$35–50
Line 1 tram
1. Take the tram from Bell St/Nicholson St #135 to Cecil St/Park St #25tram 1
48 min
$6
Train, line 12 tram
1. Take the train from Reservoir Station to North Richmond Stationtrain Mernda
2. Take the tram from North Richmond to Dorcas St/Clarendon St #128tram 12
58 min
$12

Reservoir to South Melbourne by train

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Distance: 13.7 km
Duration: 29 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Reservoir Station to Flinders Street Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Little Collins St/Queen St hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 57 min.

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