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

The cheapest way to get from Adelaide to Footscray is to bus and train which costs $18 - $65 and takes 12h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Adelaide to Footscray is to fly and train which takes 3h 39m and costs $120 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Adelaide and Footscray?

No, there is no direct bus from Adelaide to Footscray station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide and arriving at Deer Park Station/Mt Derrimut Rd via Canterbury St/Station Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Adelaide and Footscray?

No, there is no direct train from Adelaide station to Footscray station. However, there are services departing from Adelaide Station and arriving at Footscray Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

How far is it from Adelaide to Footscray?

The distance between Adelaide and Footscray is 672 km. The road distance is 714 km.

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

The best way to get from Adelaide to Footscray without a car is to bus which takes 9h 51m and costs $75 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Adelaide to Footscray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Footscray bus from?

Adelaide to Footscray bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Adelaide station.

Where do I catch the Adelaide to Footscray train from?

Adelaide to Footscray train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Adelaide Station.

Train or bus from Adelaide to Footscray?

The best way to get from Adelaide to Footscray is to bus which takes 9h 51m and costs $75 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $210 - $420 and takes 11h 38m.

Where does the Adelaide to Footscray bus arrive?

Adelaide to Footscray bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Deer Park station.

What is the time difference between Adelaide and Footscray?

Footscray is 30 min ahead of Adelaide. It is currently 9:25 PM in Adelaide and 9:55 PM in Footscray.

Where does the Adelaide to Footscray train arrive?

Adelaide to Footscray train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Adelaide to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between Adelaide to Footscray is 714 km. It takes approximately 8h to drive from Adelaide to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5232+ hotels available in Footscray.

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There are 6 ways to get from Adelaide to Footscray by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane ADL - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Footscray Stationtrain
3h 39m
$129–309
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 85 Franklin St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Coach
2. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Footscray Stationtrain Bendigo
12h 12m
$18–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Adelaide to Deer Parkbus Melbourne
9h 51m
$76–83
Train
1. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
11h 38m
$218–420
Drive 714 km
1. Drive from Adelaide to Footscraycar 714 km
8h
$128–185
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane ADL - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Footscray Stationtrain
4h 44m
$119–423

Adelaide to Footscray by bus and train

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9h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 672.3 km
Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Adelaide, SA, Australia and Footscray, VIC, Australia?

Firefly Express operates a bus from Adelaide to Deer Park once daily. Tickets cost $63–66 and the journey takes 9h 20m. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Station twice a week. Tickets cost $210–420 and the journey takes 11h 25m.

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