What is the cheapest way to get from Sunbury to Carlton?

The cheapest way to get from Sunbury to Carlton is to train which costs $6 and takes 44 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunbury to Carlton?

The fastest way to get from Sunbury to Carlton is to drive which takes 32 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Sunbury and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunbury station to Carlton. However, there are services departing from Sunbury Station/Brook St and arriving at Melbourne University/Grattan St via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Sunbury and Carlton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sunbury Station station and arriving at Parkville Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Sunbury to Carlton?

The distance between Sunbury and Carlton is 38 km. The road distance is 37.3 km.

How do I travel from Sunbury to Carlton without a car?

The best way to get from Sunbury to Carlton without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Sunbury to Carlton?

The train from Sunbury Station to Parkville Station takes 44 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sunbury to Carlton bus from?

Sunbury to Carlton bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Sunbury Station/Brook St.

Where do I catch the Sunbury to Carlton train from?

Sunbury to Carlton train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Sunbury Station.

Train or bus from Sunbury to Carlton?

The best way to get from Sunbury to Carlton is to train which takes 44 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 483 bus and line 505 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 34m.

Where does the Sunbury to Carlton bus arrive?

Sunbury to Carlton bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where does the Sunbury to Carlton train arrive?

Sunbury to Carlton train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Parkville Station.

Can I drive from Sunbury to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunbury to Carlton is 37 km. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Sunbury to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5309+ hotels available in Carlton.

Sunbury to Carlton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 483 bus, and line 505 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Sunbury to Carlton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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1. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Parkville Stationtrain Sunbury
44 min
$6
Line 483 bus, line 505 bus
1. Take the bus from Sunbury Station/Brook St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rdbus 483
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Melbourne University/Grattan Stbus 505
1h 34m
$6
Drive 37.3 km
1. Drive from Sunbury to Carltoncar 37.3 km
32 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunbury to Carltontaxi 37.3 km
32 min
$85–110

Sunbury to Carlton by train

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Distance: 38.1 km
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Sunbury, VIC, Australia and Carlton, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Sunbury Station to Parkville Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunbury Station/Brook St to Melbourne University/Grattan St via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd in around 1h 34m.

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