What is the cheapest way to get from Docklands to Ardeer?

The cheapest way to get from Docklands to Ardeer is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Docklands to Ardeer?

The fastest way to get from Docklands to Ardeer is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Docklands and Ardeer?

No, there is no direct bus from Docklands to Ardeer. However, there are services departing from Lonsdale St/Spencer St and arriving at Chatsworth Ave/Ballarat Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Docklands and Ardeer?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross Station station and arriving at Ardeer Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Docklands to Ardeer?

The distance between Docklands and Ardeer is 15 km. The road distance is 15 km.

How do I travel from Docklands to Ardeer without a car?

The best way to get from Docklands to Ardeer without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs $6 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Docklands to Ardeer?

The train from Southern Cross Station to Ardeer Station takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Docklands to Ardeer bus from?

Docklands to Ardeer bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Lonsdale St/Spencer St station.

Where do I catch the Docklands to Ardeer train from?

Docklands to Ardeer train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Docklands to Ardeer?

The best way to get from Docklands to Ardeer is to train which takes 17 min and costs $6 - $9. Alternatively, you can line 216 bus and line 426 bus, which costs $5 and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Docklands to Ardeer bus arrive?

Docklands to Ardeer bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Where does the Docklands to Ardeer train arrive?

Docklands to Ardeer train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Ardeer Station.

Can I drive from Docklands to Ardeer?

Yes, the driving distance between Docklands to Ardeer is 15 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Docklands to Ardeer.

Where can I stay near Ardeer?

There are 4923+ hotels available in Ardeer.

Docklands to Ardeer - 4 ways to travel via train, line 216 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Docklands to Ardeer by train, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ardeer Stationtrain Ballarat
17 min
$6–9
Drive 15 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Docklands to Ardeercar 15 km
15 min
$3–4
Line 216 bus, line 426 bus
1. Take the bus from Lonsdale St/Spencer St to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 216
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Chatsworth Ave/Ballarat Rdbus 426 / ...
1h 7m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Docklands to Ardeertaxi 15 km
15 min
$30–40

Docklands to Ardeer by train

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Distance: 14.7 km
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Docklands, VIC, Australia and Ardeer, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Ardeer Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lonsdale St/Spencer St to Chatsworth Ave/Ballarat Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 1h 7m.

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