What is the cheapest way to get from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd?

The cheapest way to get from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd?

The fastest way to get from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonia and Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonia station to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd. However, there are services departing from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy and arriving at Moreland St/Hopkins St via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Lonsdale St/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Watsonia and Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd?

No, there is no direct train from Watsonia station to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd station. However, there are services departing from Watsonia Station and arriving at Footscray Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd?

The distance between Watsonia and Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd is 27 km. The road distance is 22.1 km.

How do I travel from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd without a car?

The best way to get from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd bus from?

Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy.

Where do I catch the Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd train from?

Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Watsonia Station.

Train or bus from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd?

The best way to get from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $62 and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd bus arrive?

Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr station.

Where does the Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd train arrive?

Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd is 22 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd.

Where can I stay near Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd?

There are 5227+ hotels available in Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd.

Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watsonia Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Hurstbridge
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Footscray Stationtrain Williamstown / ...
1h 6m
$6
Drive 22.1 km
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1. Drive from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rdcar 22.1 km
25 min
$4–6
Train, line 216 bus
1. Take the train from Watsonia Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Hurstbridge
2. Take the bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to Whitehall St/Hopkins Stbus 216
1h 21m
$12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy to Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Drbus Box Hill - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr to Skybus Coach Terminalbus City - Melbourne Airport
1h 46m
$62
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rdtaxi 22.1 km
25 min
$55–70

Watsonia to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd by train and foot

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Distance: 26.8 km
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Watsonia, VIC, Australia and Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Watsonia Station to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd via Flinders Street Station and Footscray Station in around 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy to Footscray Park/Ballarat Rd via Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, Skybus Coach Terminal, Lonsdale St/Spencer St, and Moreland St/Hopkins St in around 1h 46m.

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