What is the cheapest way to get from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station?

The cheapest way to get from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station?

The fastest way to get from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station is to taxi which takes 33 min and costs $65 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray Station and Eltham Railroad Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station station. However, there are services departing from Cowper St/Napier St and arriving at Eltham Station/Main Rd via County Court/Lonsdale St and Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray Station and Eltham Railroad Station?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray Station station to Eltham Railroad Station station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Eltham Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station?

The distance between Footscray Station and Eltham Railroad Station is 34 km. The road distance is 28.1 km.

Where do I catch the Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station bus from?

Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Cowper St/Napier St station.

Where do I catch the Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station train from?

Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station?

The best way to get from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 220 bus and line 304 bus and line 902 bus, which costs $12 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station bus arrive?

Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at William St/A'Beckett St station.

Where does the Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station is 28 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station.

Where can I stay near Eltham Railroad Station?

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Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station

Q: How long does it take to get from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station?

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station by train, bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Eltham Stationtrain Hurstbridge
1h 11m
$6
Drive 28.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Stationcar 28.1 km
33 min
$5–8
Line 220 bus, line 304 bus, line 902 bus
1. Take the bus from Cowper St/Napier St to William St/A'Beckett Stbus 220
2. Take the bus from County Court/Lonsdale St to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rdbus 304 / ...
3. Take the bus from Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd to Eltham Station/Main Rdbus 902
2h 5m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Stationtaxi 28.1 km
33 min
$65–85

Footscray Station to Eltham Railroad Station by train

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Distance: 34.2 km
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Footscray Station, VIC, Australia and Eltham Railroad Station, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Eltham Station every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Footscray Station to Eltham Station/Main Rd via Cowper St/Napier St, William St/A'Beckett St, County Court/Lonsdale St, and Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd in around 2h 5m.

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