What is the cheapest way to get from Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol?

The cheapest way to get from Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol is to train which costs $6 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol?

The fastest way to get from Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs $9 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Federation Square and Old Melbourne Gaol?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Town Hall Station station and arriving at State Library Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2 min.

How far is it from Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol?

The distance between Federation Square and Old Melbourne Gaol is 2 km.

How do I travel from Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol without a car?

The best way to get from Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol without a car is to train which takes 11 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol?

The train from Town Hall Station to State Library Station takes 2 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol train from?

Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Town Hall Station.

Where does the Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol train arrive?

Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at State Library Station.

Where can I stay near Old Melbourne Gaol?

There are 5301+ hotels available in Old Melbourne Gaol.

Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol by train, tram, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Town Hall Station to State Library Stationtrain Sunbury
11 min
$6
Line 1 tram
1. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to RMIT University/Swanston St #7tram 1 / ...
14 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaoltaxi 1.7 km
3 min
$9–12
Walk
1. Take the foot from Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaolwalk 1.3 km
15 min

Federation Square to Old Melbourne Gaol by foot and train

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Distance: 1.7 km
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Federation Square, VIC, Australia and Old Melbourne Gaol, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Town Hall Station to State Library Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 2 min.

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