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

The cheapest way to get from Williamstown to Melbourne is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Williamstown to Melbourne is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Williamstown and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Williamstown to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Osborne St/Victoria St and arriving at Bourke St/Queen St via Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Williamstown and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from North Williamstown Station station and arriving at Flinders Street Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Williamstown to Melbourne?

The distance between Williamstown and Melbourne is 14 km. The road distance is 13.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Williamstown to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs $6.

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

The train from North Williamstown Station to Flinders Street Station takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Williamstown to Melbourne bus from?

Williamstown to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Osborne St/Victoria St station.

Where do I catch the Williamstown to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Williamstown to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Williamstown to Melbourne is to train which takes 24 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 471 bus and line 232 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Williamstown to Melbourne bus arrive?

Williamstown to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd station.

Where does the Williamstown to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Williamstown to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Williamstown to Melbourne is 14 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Williamstown to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5315+ hotels available in Melbourne.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from North Williamstown Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Williamstown
24 min
$6
Drive 13.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Williamstown to Melbournecar 13.9 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 471 bus, line 232 bus
1. Take the bus from Osborne St/Victoria St to Altona Gate SC/Millers Rdbus 471
2. Take the bus from Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd to Bourke St/Queen Stbus 232
1h 11m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Williamstown to Melbournetaxi 13.9 km
14 min
$35–45

Williamstown to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 13.6 km
Duration: 24 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from North Williamstown Station to Flinders Street Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osborne St/Victoria St to Bourke St/Queen St via Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd in around 1h 11m.

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