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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and East Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Footscray Station/Irving St station and arriving at Carlton Gardens/Victoria St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and East Melbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to East Melbourne station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Jolimont-MCG Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Footscray to East Melbourne?

The distance between Footscray and East Melbourne is 10 km. The road distance is 8.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to East Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 22 min to get from Footscray to East Melbourne, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Footscray to East Melbourne?

The best way to get from Footscray to East Melbourne is to train which takes 22 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 402 bus, which costs $6 and takes 38 min.

Where does the Footscray to East Melbourne bus arrive?

Footscray to East Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Carlton Gardens/Victoria St station.

Where does the Footscray to East Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Footscray to East Melbourne?

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

Where can I stay near East Melbourne?

There are 5307+ hotels available in East Melbourne.

Footscray to East Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, line 402 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Footscray to East Melbourne by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Williamstown / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Jolimont-MCG Stationtrain Mernda / ...
22 min
$6
Drive 8.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Footscray to East Melbournecar 8.2 km
10 min
$2–3
Line 402 bus
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Carlton Gardens/Victoria Stbus 402
38 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to East Melbournetaxi 8.2 km
10 min
$24–29
Train, line 109 tram
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Sunbury
2. Take the tram from Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6 to Wellington St/Victoria Pde #16tram 109 / ...
29 min
$12
Line 220 bus, line 905 bus
1. Take the bus from Nicholson St/Irving St to William St/A'Beckett Stbus 220
2. Take the bus from County Court/Lonsdale St to Smith St/Victoria Pdebus 302 / ...
38 min
$12

Footscray to East Melbourne by train

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Distance: 9.7 km
Duration: 22 min

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

You can take a train from Footscray Station to Jolimont-MCG Station via Southern Cross Station in around 22 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Carlton Gardens/Victoria St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 38 min.

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