What is the cheapest way to get from East Melbourne to Footscray?

The cheapest way to get from East Melbourne to Footscray is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from East Melbourne to Footscray?

The fastest way to get from East Melbourne to Footscray is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $24 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between East Melbourne and Footscray?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Vincent's Hospital/Victoria Pde and arriving at Footscray Station/Irving St station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct train between East Melbourne and Footscray?

No, there is no direct train from East Melbourne station to Footscray station. However, there are services departing from Jolimont-MCG Station and arriving at Footscray Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from East Melbourne to Footscray?

The distance between East Melbourne and Footscray is 9 km. The road distance is 8.3 km.

How do I travel from East Melbourne to Footscray without a car?

The best way to get from East Melbourne to Footscray without a car is to train which takes 20 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from East Melbourne to Footscray?

It takes approximately 20 min to get from East Melbourne to Footscray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the East Melbourne to Footscray bus from?

East Melbourne to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from St Vincent's Hospital/Victoria Pde station.

Where do I catch the East Melbourne to Footscray train from?

East Melbourne to Footscray train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Train or bus from East Melbourne to Footscray?

The best way to get from East Melbourne to Footscray is to train which takes 20 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 402 bus, which costs $6 and takes 37 min.

Where does the East Melbourne to Footscray bus arrive?

East Melbourne to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the East Melbourne to Footscray train arrive?

East Melbourne to Footscray train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from East Melbourne to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between East Melbourne to Footscray is 8 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from East Melbourne to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5251+ hotels available in Footscray.

East Melbourne to Footscray - 4 ways to travel via train, line 402 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from East Melbourne to Footscray by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Footscray Stationtrain Williamstown / ...
20 min
$6
Drive 8.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from East Melbourne to Footscraycar 8.3 km
10 min
$2–3
Line 402 bus
1. Take the bus from St Vincent's Hospital/Victoria Pde to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus 402
37 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from East Melbourne to Footscraytaxi 8.3 km
10 min
$24–29

East Melbourne to Footscray by train

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Distance: 8.5 km
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between East Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Footscray, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Footscray Station every 10 minutes, and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from St Vincent's Hospital/Victoria Pde to Footscray Station/Irving St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 37 min.

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