What is the cheapest way to get from Watson to Canberra?

The cheapest way to get from Watson to Canberra is to line 1 tram which costs $2 - $4 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Watson to Canberra?

The fastest way to get from Watson to Canberra is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Watson and Canberra?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Knox St at 2nd Higinbotham St and arriving at ANU Rimmer St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Watson and Canberra?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Phillip Avenue Platform 1 and arriving at Alinga Street Platform 2. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Watson to Canberra?

The distance between Watson and Canberra is 5 km.

How do I travel from Watson to Canberra without a car?

The best way to get from Watson to Canberra without a car is to line 1 tram which takes 11 min and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Watson to Canberra?

The line 1 tram from Phillip Avenue Platform 1 to Alinga Street Platform 2 takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Watson to Canberra bus from?

Watson to Canberra bus services, operated by Transport Canberra, depart from Knox St at 2nd Higinbotham St station.

Where do I catch the Watson to Canberra train from?

Watson to Canberra train services, operated by Canberra Metro Operations, depart from Phillip Avenue Platform 1 station.

Where does the Watson to Canberra bus arrive?

Watson to Canberra bus services, operated by Transport Canberra, arrive at ANU Rimmer St station.

Where does the Watson to Canberra train arrive?

Watson to Canberra train services, operated by Canberra Metro Operations, arrive at Alinga Street Platform 2 station.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

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Watson to Canberra - 4 ways to travel via line 1 tram, line 50 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Watson to Canberra by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 tram
best
1. Take the tram from Phillip Avenue Platform 1 to Alinga Street Platform 2tram 1 / ...
11 min
$3–4
Line 50 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Knox St at 2nd Higinbotham St to ANU Rimmer Stbus 50
26 min
$2–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watson to Canberrataxi 8 km
9 min
$28–35
Walk
1. Take the foot from Watson to Canberrawalk 7.2 km
1h 26m

Watson to Canberra by tram

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Distance: 5.1 km
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Watson, ACT, Australia and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

Canberra Metro Operations operates a vehicle from Phillip Avenue Platform 1 to Alinga Street Platform 2 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–4 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Transport Canberra operates a bus from Knox St at 2nd Higinbotham St to ANU Rimmer St hourly. Tickets cost $2–6 and the journey takes 26 min.

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