What is the cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West?

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

What is the fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West?

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between South Melbourne and Heidelberg West?

No, there is no direct bus from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West. However, there are services departing from Ferrars St/City Rd and arriving at Pacific Dr/Oriel Rd via Little Collins St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between South Melbourne and Heidelberg West?

No, there is no direct train from South Melbourne station to Heidelberg West station. However, there are services departing from South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127 and arriving at Heidelberg Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West?

The distance between South Melbourne and Heidelberg West is 20 km. The road distance is 17.1 km.

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

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West without a car is to line 250 bus which takes 1h 17m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Melbourne to Heidelberg West bus from?

South Melbourne to Heidelberg West bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Little Collins St/Queen St station.

Where do I catch the South Melbourne to Heidelberg West train from?

South Melbourne to Heidelberg West train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West?

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West is to line 250 bus which takes 1h 17m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the South Melbourne to Heidelberg West bus arrive?

South Melbourne to Heidelberg West bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Pacific Dr/Oriel Rd station.

Where does the South Melbourne to Heidelberg West train arrive?

South Melbourne to Heidelberg West train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Heidelberg Station.

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Heidelberg West is 17 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West.

Where can I stay near Heidelberg West?

There are 5183+ hotels available in Heidelberg West.

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There are 4 ways to get from South Melbourne to Heidelberg West by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 250 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Little Collins St/Queen St to Pacific Dr/Oriel Rdbus 250 / ...
1h 17m
$12
Drive 17.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Heidelberg Westcar 17.1 km
18 min
$3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Heidelberg Stationtrain Hurstbridge
1h 23m
$18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Melbourne to Heidelberg Westtaxi 17.1 km
18 min
$40–55

South Melbourne to Heidelberg West by bus

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Distance: 20.4 km
Duration: 1h 17m

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Little Collins St/Queen St to Pacific Dr/Oriel Rd every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 54 min. Alternatively, Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Heidelberg Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 32 min.

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