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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Watsonia and Melbourne Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonia station to Melbourne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Watsonia Station/Morwell Ave and arriving at Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St via La Trobe University. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Watsonia and Melbourne Central Station?

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 Central Station?

The distance between Watsonia and Melbourne Central Station is 20 km. The road distance is 18 km.

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

The best way to get from Watsonia to Melbourne Central Station without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs $6.

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

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 Central Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Watsonia to Melbourne Central Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Watsonia to Melbourne Central Station?

The best way to get from Watsonia to Melbourne Central Station is to train which takes 48 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 250 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Watsonia to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watsonia to Melbourne Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watsonia to Melbourne Central Station?

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

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

There are 5291+ hotels available in Melbourne Central Station.

Watsonia to Melbourne Central Station - 4 ways to travel via train

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

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best
1. Take the train from Watsonia Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Hurstbridge
48 min
$6
Drive 18 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonia to Melbourne Central Stationcar 18 km
21 min
$4–5
Line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from La Trobe University to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale Stbus 250 / ...
1h 27m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watsonia to Melbourne Central Stationtaxi 18 km
21 min
$45–55

Watsonia to Melbourne Central Station by train and foot

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Distance: 19.9 km
Duration: 48 min

What companies run services between Watsonia, VIC, Australia and Melbourne Central Station, 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 Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 2m.

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