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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonia to Carlton is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonia to Carlton is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonia and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonia station to Carlton. However, there are services departing from Watsonia Station/Morwell Ave and arriving at Carlton Gardens/Rathdowne St via La Trobe University. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Watsonia and Carlton?

No, there is no direct train from Watsonia station to Carlton. However, there are services departing from Watsonia Station and arriving at Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 via Federation Square/Swanston St #13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Watsonia to Carlton?

The distance between Watsonia and Carlton is 21 km. The road distance is 16.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Watsonia to Carlton without a car is to train and line 1 tram which takes 48 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Watsonia to Carlton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonia to Carlton bus from?

Watsonia to Carlton bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from La Trobe University station.

Where do I catch the Watsonia to Carlton train from?

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

Where does the Watsonia to Carlton bus arrive?

Watsonia to Carlton bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Carlton Gardens/Rathdowne St station.

Where does the Watsonia to Carlton train arrive?

Watsonia to Carlton train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Watsonia to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonia to Carlton is 17 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Watsonia to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5322+ hotels available in Carlton.

Watsonia to Carlton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 tram, and line 250 bus

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

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Train, line 1 tram
best
1. Take the train from Watsonia Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Hurstbridge
2. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to Melbourne University/Swanston St #1tram 1 / ...
48 min
$12
Drive 16.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonia to Carltoncar 16.7 km
20 min
$3–5
Line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from La Trobe University to Carlton Gardens/Rathdowne Stbus 250
1h 19m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watsonia to Carltontaxi 16.7 km
20 min
$40–55

Watsonia to Carlton by train and tram

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Distance: 21.1 km
Duration: 48 min

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from La Trobe University to Carlton Gardens/Rathdowne St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 54 min.

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