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

The cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Sunshine West is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Sunshine West is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs $40 - $50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from South Melbourne to Sunshine West. However, there are services departing from Collins Square/Batmans Hill Dr and arriving at Fairbairn Rd/Mayne St via Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

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

No, there is no direct train from South Melbourne to Sunshine West station. However, there are services departing from Dorcas St/Clarendon St #128 and arriving at Sunshine Station via Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Sunshine West?

The distance between South Melbourne and Sunshine West is 17 km. The road distance is 15.2 km.

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

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Sunshine West without a car is to line 12 tram and train which takes 43 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from South Melbourne to Sunshine West, including transfers.

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

South Melbourne to Sunshine West bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Collins Square/Batmans Hill Dr station.

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

South Melbourne to Sunshine West train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Dorcas St/Clarendon St #128 station.

Where does the South Melbourne to Sunshine West bus arrive?

South Melbourne to Sunshine West bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Marigold Ave/Millers Rd station.

Where does the South Melbourne to Sunshine West train arrive?

South Melbourne to Sunshine West train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6 station.

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Sunshine West?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Sunshine West is 15 km. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from South Melbourne to Sunshine West.

Where can I stay near Sunshine West?

There are 4983+ hotels available in Sunshine West.

South Melbourne to Sunshine West - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 12 tram

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There are 5 ways to get from South Melbourne to Sunshine West by tram, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 12 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Dorcas St/Clarendon St #128 to Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6tram 12
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Sunbury
43 min
$12
Drive 15.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Sunshine Westcar 15.2 km
16 min
$3–4
Line 232 bus, line 471 bus
1. Take the bus from Collins Square/Batmans Hill Dr to Marigold Ave/Millers Rdbus 232
2. Take the bus from Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd to Fairbairn Rd/Mayne Stbus 471
53 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Melbourne to Sunshine Westtaxi 15.2 km
16 min
$40–50
Line 96 tram, line 220 bus
1. Take the tram from South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127 to Queen St/Bourke St #4tram 96
2. Take the bus from Bourke St/Queen St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 220 / ...
1h 14m
$12

South Melbourne to Sunshine West by tram and train

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Distance: 16.9 km
Duration: 43 min

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

You can take a bus from Collins Square/Batmans Hill Dr to Fairbairn Rd/Mayne St via Marigold Ave/Millers Rd and Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd in around 53 min.

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