What is the cheapest way to get from West Footscray to Altona?

The cheapest way to get from West Footscray to Altona is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from West Footscray to Altona?

The fastest way to get from West Footscray to Altona is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between West Footscray and Altona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edgar St/Geelong Rd and arriving at Rankin St/Blyth St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between West Footscray and Altona?

No, there is no direct train from West Footscray station to Altona station. However, there are services departing from Tottenham Station and arriving at Westona Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from West Footscray to Altona?

The distance between West Footscray and Altona is 13 km. The road distance is 11.1 km.

How do I travel from West Footscray to Altona without a car?

The best way to get from West Footscray to Altona without a car is to line 412 bus which takes 25 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from West Footscray to Altona?

The line 412 bus from Edgar St/Geelong Rd to Rankin St/Blyth St takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the West Footscray to Altona bus from?

West Footscray to Altona bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Edgar St/Geelong Rd station.

Where do I catch the West Footscray to Altona train from?

West Footscray to Altona train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Tottenham Station.

Train or bus from West Footscray to Altona?

The best way to get from West Footscray to Altona is to line 412 bus which takes 25 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6 and takes 38 min.

Where does the West Footscray to Altona bus arrive?

West Footscray to Altona bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Rankin St/Blyth St station.

Where does the West Footscray to Altona train arrive?

West Footscray to Altona train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from West Footscray to Altona?

Yes, the driving distance between West Footscray to Altona is 11 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from West Footscray to Altona.

Where can I stay near Altona?

There are 4945+ hotels available in Altona.

West Footscray to Altona - 4 ways to travel via train, line 412 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from West Footscray to Altona by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 412 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Edgar St/Geelong Rd to Rankin St/Blyth Stbus 411 / ...
25 min
$6
Drive 11.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from West Footscray to Altonacar 11.1 km
10 min
$2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Tottenham Station to Footscray Stationtrain Sunbury
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Westona Stationtrain Werribee / ...
38 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from West Footscray to Altonataxi 11.1 km
10 min
$30–40

West Footscray to Altona by bus

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Distance: 13.1 km
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between West Footscray, VIC, Australia and Altona, VIC, Australia?

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Edgar St/Geelong Rd to Rankin St/Blyth St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tottenham Station to Westona Station via Footscray Station in around 38 min.

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