What is the cheapest way to get from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne is to line 517 bus and line 251 bus which costs $5 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Simpson Barracks and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Broadlea Cres/Lower Plenty Rd and arriving at Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St via Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Simpson Barracks and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Watsonia Station station and arriving at Flinders Street Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne?

The distance between Simpson Barracks and Melbourne is 20 km. The road distance is 18.1 km.

How do I travel from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne?

The train from Watsonia Station to Flinders Street Station takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Simpson Barracks to Melbourne bus from?

Simpson Barracks to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Broadlea Cres/Lower Plenty Rd station.

Where do I catch the Simpson Barracks to Melbourne train from?

Simpson Barracks to Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Watsonia Station.

Train or bus from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne is to train which takes 54 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 517 bus and line 251 bus, which costs $5 and takes 1h 59m.

Where does the Simpson Barracks to Melbourne bus arrive?

Simpson Barracks to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd station.

Where does the Simpson Barracks to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Simpson Barracks to Melbourne is 18 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5290+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Simpson Barracks to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 517 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne 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 Watsonia Station to Flinders Street StationHurstbridge
54 min
$6
Line 517 bus, line 251 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broadlea Cres/Lower Plenty Rd to Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd517
2. Take the bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St251
1h 59m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne18.1 km
21 min
$35–45
Drive 18.1 km
1. Drive from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne18.1 km
21 min
$4–5

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Map of how to get from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne.

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Distance: 20.4 km
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Simpson Barracks, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Watsonia Station to Flinders Street Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Simpson Barracks to Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St via Broadlea Cres/Lower Plenty Rd and Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd in around 1h 59m.

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