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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonia to Melbourne is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonia to Melbourne is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonia and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonia station to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Watsonia Station/Morwell Ave and arriving at Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St via La Trobe University. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Watsonia and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Watsonia Station station and arriving at Flinders Street Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Watsonia to Melbourne?

The distance between Watsonia and Melbourne is 19 km. The road distance is 18.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Watsonia to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Watsonia Station to Flinders Street Station takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Watsonia to Melbourne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Watsonia to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Watsonia to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Watsonia to Melbourne is to train which takes 34 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 250 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Watsonia to Melbourne bus arrive?

Watsonia to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Watsonia to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watsonia to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonia to Melbourne is 18 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Watsonia to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5305+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Watsonia to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, line 250 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watsonia Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Hurstbridge
34 min
$6
Drive 18.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonia to Melbournecar 18.1 km
21 min
$4–5
Line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from La Trobe University to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale Stbus 250 / ...
1h 24m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watsonia to Melbournetaxi 18.1 km
21 min
$45–55

Watsonia to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 18.7 km
Duration: 34 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Watsonia Station to Flinders Street Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from La Trobe University to Elizabeth St/Lonsdale St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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