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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Glenroy is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Glenroy is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Glenroy?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Glenroy station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Glenroy Station via North Melbourne Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Footscray to Glenroy?

The distance between Footscray and Glenroy is 17 km. The road distance is 14 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Glenroy without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 35 min to get from Footscray to Glenroy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Glenroy train from?

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

Where does the Footscray to Glenroy train arrive?

Footscray to Glenroy train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at North Melbourne Station.

Can I drive from Footscray to Glenroy?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Glenroy is 14 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Footscray to Glenroy.

Where can I stay near Glenroy?

There are 4985+ hotels available in Glenroy.

Footscray to Glenroy - 5 ways to travel via train, line 472 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Footscray to Glenroy by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to North Melbourne Stationtrain Williamstown / ...
2. Take the train from North Melbourne Station to Glenroy Stationtrain Craigieburn
35 min
$6
Drive 14 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Footscray to Glenroycar 14 km
17 min
$3–4
Line 472 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nicholson St/Droop St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rdbus 472
2. Take the train from Moonee Ponds Station to Glenroy Stationtrain Craigieburn
52 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Glenroytaxi 14 km
17 min
$35–45
Line 82 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Nicholson St/Hopkins St #62 to Moonee Ponds Junction/Pascoe Vale Rd #32tram 82
2. Take the train from Moonee Ponds Station to Glenroy Stationtrain Craigieburn
57 min
$12

Footscray to Glenroy by train

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Distance: 16.7 km
Duration: 35 min

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

You can take a train from Footscray Station to Glenroy Station via North Melbourne Station in around 35 min.

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