What is the cheapest way to get from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Waurn Ponds and Melbourne Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Waurn Ponds station to Melbourne Zoo. However, there are services departing from Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr and arriving at Melrose St/Canning St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Waurn Ponds and Melbourne Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Waurn Ponds station to Melbourne Zoo station. However, there are services departing from Waurn Ponds Station and arriving at Royal Park Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo?

The distance between Waurn Ponds and Melbourne Zoo is 98 km. The road distance is 81.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo bus from?

Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr.

Where do I catch the Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo train from?

Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Waurn Ponds Station.

Train or bus from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo?

The best way to get from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $22 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo bus arrive?

Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo train arrive?

Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Zoo?

There are 5297+ hotels available in Melbourne Zoo.

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There are 4 ways to get from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Waurn Ponds Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
1h 58m
$15–18
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus Geelong
1h 59m
$7–22
Drive 81.2 km
1. Drive from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoocar 81.2 km
1h 5m
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zootaxi 81.2 km
1h 5m
$180–230

Waurn Ponds to Melbourne Zoo by train and foot

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Distance: 98.4 km
Duration: 1h 58m

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

V/Line operates a train from Waurn Ponds Station to Southern Cross Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 19m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr to Footscray Station/Irving St twice daily. Tickets cost $1–16 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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