How to get from Kensington to Diggers Rest by train?

From Kensington to Diggers Rest by train

To get from Kensington to Diggers Rest in Melbourne, take the WILLIAMSTOWN train from South Kensington station to Footscray station. Next, take the SUNBURY train from Footscray station to Diggers Rest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

42minA$5.30
Train - WILLIAMSTOWN
WILLIAMSTOWN
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Leaves from South Kensington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Kensington
  • 2
    Train - WILLIAMSTOWNWILLIAMSTOWN
    Wait for train
    WILLIAMSTOWN
    Williamstown
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray
    3 min
  • 4
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Sunbury
  • 5
    Ride to train station Diggers Rest
    Ride to train station
    Diggers Rest
    29 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Kensington to Diggers Rest by train via WERRIBEE and SUNBURY

To get from Kensington to Diggers Rest in Melbourne, take the WERRIBEE train from South Kensington station to North Melbourne station. Next, take the SUNBURY train from North Melbourne station to Diggers Rest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

43minA$5.30
Train - WERRIBEE
WERRIBEE
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Leaves from South Kensington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Kensington
  • 2
    Train - WERRIBEEWERRIBEE
    Wait for train
    WERRIBEE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Melbourne
    3 min
  • 4
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Sunbury
  • 5
    Ride to train station Diggers Rest
    Ride to train station
    Diggers Rest
    33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Kensington to Diggers Rest

The distance between Kensington, Melbourne and Diggers Rest, Melbourne is approximately 29.38 km, which can typically be travelled in 42 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kensington to Diggers Rest by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Kensington

Kensington is located at Kensington, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is South Kensington.

Train stations close to Kensington:

  • South Kensington
  • Macaulay
  • Kensington

Bus stations close to Kensington:

  • Altona St/Kensington Rd (Kensington)
  • Devon St/Kensington Rd (Kensington)
  • Mercantile Pde/Kensington Rd (Kensington)

Public transport stations close to Diggers Rest, Melbourne

Diggers Rest is located at Diggers Rest, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Diggers Rest Station/Old Calder Hwy (Diggers Rest).

Train stations close to Diggers Rest:

  • Diggers Rest

Bus stations close to Diggers Rest:

  • Diggers Rest Station/Old Calder Hwy (Diggers Rest)
  • Glitter Rd/Welcome Rd (Diggers Rest)
  • Mullock Rd/Welcome Rd (Diggers Rest)

Related Routes

Alternative route from Kensington to Diggers Rest by train via WERRIBEE and SUNBURY

To get from Kensington to Diggers Rest in Melbourne, take the WERRIBEE train from South Kensington station to North Melbourne station. Next, take the SUNBURY train from North Melbourne station to Diggers Rest station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

43minA$5.30
Train - WERRIBEE
WERRIBEE
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Leaves from South Kensington

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Kensington
  • 2
    Train - WERRIBEEWERRIBEE
    Wait for train
    WERRIBEE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Melbourne
    3 min
  • 4
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Sunbury
  • 5
    Ride to train station Diggers Rest
    Ride to train station
    Diggers Rest
    33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Kensington to Diggers Rest?

    The fastest way takes 42 minutes, using Bus line WILLIAMSTOWN, Bus line SUNBURY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Kensington to Diggers Rest?

    The alternative route takes 43 minutes, using Bus line WERRIBEE, Bus line SUNBURY.

  • Is there a direct train between Kensington and Diggers Rest in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 42 min.

  • Which train line goes from Kensington to Diggers Rest in Melbourne?

    The WILLIAMSTOWN train line goes from Williamstown station near Kensington to Footscray station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Footscray station near Diggers Rest in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Kensington to Diggers Rest in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Kensington and Diggers Rest in Melbourne by train is about 42 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Kensington to get to Diggers Rest in Melbourne?

    Get on the WILLIAMSTOWN train from the Williamstown station near Kensington in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Kensington and Diggers Rest in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Footscray station, which is closest to Diggers Rest in Melbourne.

  • How much is the train fare from Kensington to Diggers Rest?

    The ride from Kensington to Diggers Rest costs A$5.30.

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