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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Fairfield is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Fairfield is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Fairfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Fairfield. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Victoria Rd/Westgarth St via Bourke St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Fairfield?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Fairfield station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Fairfield Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Footscray to Fairfield?

The distance between Footscray and Fairfield is 16 km. The road distance is 11.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Fairfield without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Footscray to Fairfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Fairfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Footscray to Fairfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Footscray to Fairfield?

The best way to get from Footscray to Fairfield is to train which takes 42 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 216 bus and line 250 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Footscray to Fairfield bus arrive?

Footscray to Fairfield bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Bourke St/Queen St station.

Where does the Footscray to Fairfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Footscray to Fairfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Fairfield is 12 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Footscray to Fairfield.

Where can I stay near Fairfield?

There are 5259+ hotels available in Fairfield.

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

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

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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 Fairfield Stationtrain Hurstbridge
42 min
$6
Drive 11.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Footscray to Fairfieldcar 11.6 km
13 min
$3
Line 216 bus, line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Bourke St/Queen Stbus 216
2. Take the bus from Bourke St/Queen St to Victoria Rd/Westgarth Stbus 250 / ...
1h 7m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Fairfieldtaxi 11.6 km
13 min
$30–40

Footscray to Fairfield by train

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Distance: 16 km
Duration: 42 min

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

You can take a train from Footscray Station to Fairfield Station via Southern Cross Station in around 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Victoria Rd/Westgarth St via Bourke St/Queen St in around 1h 7m.

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