What is the cheapest way to get from Federation Square to Swanston Street?

The cheapest way to get from Federation Square to Swanston Street is to train which costs $6 and takes 6 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Federation Square to Swanston Street?

The fastest way to get from Federation Square to Swanston Street is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs $10 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Federation Square and Swanston Street?

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 Swanston Street?

The distance between Federation Square and Swanston Street is 1 km.

How do I travel from Federation Square to Swanston Street without a car?

The best way to get from Federation Square to Swanston Street without a car is to train which takes 6 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Federation Square to Swanston Street?

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 Swanston Street train from?

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

Where does the Federation Square to Swanston Street train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Swanston Street?

There are 5303+ hotels available in Swanston Street.

Federation Square to Swanston Street - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Federation Square to Swanston Street 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
6 min
$6
Line 1 tram
1. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to Queensberry St/Swanston St #4tram 1 / ...
11 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federation Square to Swanston Streettaxi 1.9 km
3 min
$10–12
Walk
1. Take the foot from Federation Square to Swanston Streetwalk 1.5 km
18 min

Federation Square to Swanston Street by foot and train

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Distance: 1.3 km
Duration: 6 min

What companies run services between Federation Square, VIC, Australia and Swanston Street, 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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