Would it be faster to cycle a new tank using old water?

[HomebroodExotics]

Hey guys.
Im currently setting up a new 245L tank and i wonder if i could speed up the cycling process by using water from another tank (60L approx) and also transfer the rock scaping from that tank to the new one. For the new tank i will be using dr. Tims one and only bacteria starter and caribsea live sand. As for the filtration media im thinking to get marine pure sphere.
Im hoping you guys could share your thoughts on this. Thanks

To answer the question, probably. But would it be enough to really matter, that's the real question. Of course majority of the bacteria is on surfaces. But I'm sure some is floating in the water as well.

 

[Super Fly]

Glad to hear. Thats exactly my plan. Keep them in a container while the new tank is cycling(with new sand n filter media)
How long did ur water become clear after adding the new sand tho?

Prob a day or so, leave powerhead off and let water go thru sump w filter sock n it’ll clear quick. I added sand 1st then water so had minimal cloudiness.