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

The cheapest way to get from Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $35 - $45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station. However, there are services departing from Osborne St/Victoria St and arriving at La Trobe St/Queen St via Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

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

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 Central Station?

The distance between Williamstown and Melbourne Central Station is 14 km. The road distance is 13 km.

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

It takes approximately 26 min to get from Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station?

The best way to get from Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station is to train via Southern Cross Station which takes 26 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 471 bus and line 232 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station train arrive?

Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station is 13 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

There are 5290+ hotels available in Melbourne Central Station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train via Southern Cross Station
best
1. Take the train from North Williamstown Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Williamstown
26 min
$6
Drive 13 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Williamstown to Melbourne Central Stationcar 13 km
15 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 La Trobe St/Queen Stbus 232
1h 20m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Williamstown to Melbourne Central Stationtaxi 13 km
15 min
$35–45
Train
1. Take the train from North Williamstown Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Williamstown
39 min
$6

Williamstown to Melbourne Central Station by train

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Distance: 13.9 km
Duration: 26 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from North Williamstown Station to Southern Cross Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 20 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Osborne St/Victoria St to Melbourne Central Station via Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd and La Trobe St/Queen St in around 1h 20m.

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