What is the cheapest way to get from Footscray to Emerald?

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Emerald is to train which costs $12 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Footscray to Emerald?

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Emerald is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Emerald?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Emerald station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Belgrave Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Footscray to Emerald?

The distance between Footscray and Emerald is 60 km. The road distance is 54 km.

How do I travel from Footscray to Emerald without a car?

The best way to get from Footscray to Emerald without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Footscray to Emerald?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Footscray to Emerald, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Emerald train from?

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

Where does the Footscray to Emerald train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Footscray to Emerald?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Emerald is 54 km. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Footscray to Emerald.

Where can I stay near Emerald?

There are 451+ hotels available in Emerald.

Footscray to Emerald - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 216 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Belgrave Stationtrain Belgrave
2h 31m
$12
Drive 54 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Footscray to Emeraldcar 54 km
54 min
$10–14
Line 216 bus, train, line 693 bus, line 695 bus
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Collins St/Queen Stbus 216
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Oakleigh Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rdbus 693
4. Take the bus from Belgrave Station/Belgrave-Gembrook Rd to Emerald Village/Belgrave-Gembrook Rdbus 695
3h 5m
$18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Emeraldtaxi 54 km
54 min
$120–150

Footscray to Emerald by train and bus

185Weekly Services

2h 31mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 60.2 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Footscray, VIC, Australia and Emerald, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Belgrave Station hourly, and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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