What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Station to Carlton?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Station to Carlton is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Station to Carlton?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Station to Carlton is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine Station and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine Station station to Carlton. However, there are services departing from Sunshine Station/Dickson St and arriving at Lygon St/Grattan St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Sunshine Station and Carlton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sunshine Station station and arriving at Parkville Station station. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Sunshine Station to Carlton?

The distance between Sunshine Station and Carlton is 12 km. The road distance is 14.2 km.

How do I travel from Sunshine Station to Carlton without a car?

The best way to get from Sunshine Station to Carlton without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Station to Carlton?

The train from Sunshine Station to Parkville Station takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Station to Carlton bus from?

Sunshine Station to Carlton bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Where do I catch the Sunshine Station to Carlton train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunshine Station to Carlton?

The best way to get from Sunshine Station to Carlton is to train which takes 19 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h.

Where does the Sunshine Station to Carlton bus arrive?

Sunshine Station to Carlton bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Leeds St/Paisley St station.

Where does the Sunshine Station to Carlton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunshine Station to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Station to Carlton is 14 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Sunshine Station to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5351+ hotels available in Carlton.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Parkville Stationtrain Sunbury
19 min
$6
Drive 14.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunshine Station to Carltoncar 14.2 km
17 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Leeds St/Paisley Stbus 410
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Lygon St/Grattan Stbus 402
1h
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunshine Station to Carltontaxi 14.2 km
17 min
$35–45

Sunshine Station to Carlton by train

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Distance: 11.9 km
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Sunshine Station, VIC, Australia and Carlton, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Sunshine Station to Parkville Station every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Lygon St/Grattan St via Leeds St/Paisley St and Footscray Station/Irving St in around 1h.

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