What is the cheapest way to get from Footscray to Alphington?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Footscray to Alphington?

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Alphington is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $27 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Alphington?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Alphington. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Harker St/Heidelberg Rd via Melbourne University/Grattan St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Alphington?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Alphington station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Alphington Station via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Footscray to Alphington?

The distance between Footscray and Alphington is 17 km. The road distance is 13 km.

How do I travel from Footscray to Alphington without a car?

The best way to get from Footscray to Alphington without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Footscray to Alphington?

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Footscray to Alphington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Alphington bus from?

Footscray to Alphington bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Alphington train from?

Footscray to Alphington train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Footscray Station.

Train or bus from Footscray to Alphington?

The best way to get from Footscray to Alphington is to train which takes 45 min and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 402 bus and line 546 bus, which costs $10 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Footscray to Alphington bus arrive?

Footscray to Alphington bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Cardigan St/Grattan St station.

Where does the Footscray to Alphington train arrive?

Footscray to Alphington train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Footscray to Alphington?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Alphington is 13 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Footscray to Alphington.

Where can I stay near Alphington?

There are 4907+ hotels available in Alphington.

Footscray to Alphington - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 402 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Footscray to Alphington by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Southern Cross StationWilliamstown / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Alphington StationHurstbridge
45 min
$12
Drive 13 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Footscray to Alphington13 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 402 bus, line 546 bus
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Cardigan St/Grattan St402
2. Take the bus from Melbourne University/Grattan St to Harker St/Heidelberg Rd546
1h 17m
$9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Alphington13 km
14 min
$27–35
Line 82 tram, line 508 bus
1. Take the tram from Nicholson St/Hopkins St #62 to Moonee Ponds Junction/Pascoe Vale Rd #3282
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Alphington Station/Wingrove St508
1h 22m
$10

Footscray to Alphington by train

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Distance: 17.2 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Footscray, VIC, Australia and Alphington, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Footscray Station to Alphington Station via Southern Cross Station and Southern Cross in around 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Harker St/Heidelberg Rd via Cardigan St/Grattan St and Melbourne University/Grattan St in around 1h 17m.

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