What is the cheapest way to get from Downer to Canberra?

The cheapest way to get from Downer to Canberra is to line 1 tram which costs $2 - $4 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Downer to Canberra?

The fastest way to get from Downer to Canberra is to line 1 tram which takes 9 min and costs $2 - $4.

Is there a direct bus between Downer and Canberra?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Melba St after Bradfield St and arriving at ANU Rimmer St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

Is there a direct train between Downer and Canberra?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swinden Street Platform 1 and arriving at Alinga Street Platform 2. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Downer to Canberra?

The distance between Downer and Canberra is 4 km.

How do I travel from Downer to Canberra without a car?

The best way to get from Downer to Canberra without a car is to line 1 tram which takes 9 min and costs $2 - $4.

How long does it take to get from Downer to Canberra?

The line 1 tram from Swinden Street Platform 1 to Alinga Street Platform 2 takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Downer to Canberra bus from?

Downer to Canberra bus services, operated by Transport Canberra, depart from Melba St after Bradfield St station.

Where do I catch the Downer to Canberra train from?

Downer to Canberra train services, operated by Canberra Metro Operations, depart from Swinden Street Platform 1 station.

Where does the Downer to Canberra bus arrive?

Downer to Canberra bus services, operated by Transport Canberra, arrive at ANU Rimmer St station.

Where does the Downer to Canberra train arrive?

Downer to Canberra train services, operated by Canberra Metro Operations, arrive at Alinga Street Platform 2 station.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 848+ hotels available in Canberra.

Downer to Canberra - 4 ways to travel via line 1 tram, bus, taxi, and foot

There are 4 ways to get from Downer to Canberra by tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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

Line 1 tram
best
1. Take the tram from Swinden Street Platform 1 to Alinga Street Platform 2tram 1 / ...
9 min
$3–4
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Melba St after Bradfield St to ANU Rimmer Stbus 50
22 min
$2–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downer to Canberrataxi 7.6 km
11 min
$22–27
Walk
1. Take the foot from Downer to Canberrawalk 5.1 km
1h

Downer to Canberra by tram

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9 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 3.7 km
Duration: 9 min

What companies run services between Downer, ACT, Australia and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

Canberra Metro Operations operates a vehicle from Swinden Street Platform 1 to Alinga Street Platform 2 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $3–4 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, Transport Canberra operates a bus from Melba St after Bradfield St to ANU Rimmer St hourly. Tickets cost $2–6 and the journey takes 22 min. CDC Canberra also services this route 4 times a day.

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