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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Watsonia and Melbourne Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonia station to Melbourne Zoo. However, there are services departing from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy and arriving at Royal Pde/Bell St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Watsonia and Melbourne Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Watsonia station to Melbourne Zoo station. However, there are services departing from Watsonia Station and arriving at Royal Park Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo?

The distance between Watsonia and Melbourne Zoo is 26 km. The road distance is 18.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo bus from?

Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy.

Where do I catch the Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo train from?

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

Train or bus from Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo?

The best way to get from Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 514 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h 22m.

Where does the Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo bus arrive?

Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Royal Pde/Bell St station.

Where does the Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo?

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

Where can I stay near Melbourne Zoo?

There are 5286+ hotels available in Melbourne Zoo.

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There are 4 ways to get from Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo 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 Royal Park Stationtrain Upfield
1h 8m
$6
Drive 18.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonia to Melbourne Zoocar 18.1 km
21 min
$4–5
Line 514 bus
1. Take the bus from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy to Royal Pde/Bell Stbus 514
1h 22m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watsonia to Melbourne Zootaxi 18.1 km
21 min
$45–55

Watsonia to Melbourne Zoo by train and foot

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Distance: 26.1 km
Duration: 1h 8m

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

You can take a train from Watsonia Station to Melbourne Zoo via Flinders Street Station and Royal Park Station in around 1h 8m. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Watsonia Station/Greensborough Hwy to Royal Pde/Bell St hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 53 min.

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