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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Northcote is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Northcote is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Northcote?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray to Northcote. However, there are services departing from Nicholson St/Droop St and arriving at High St/Arthurton Rd via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Northcote?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Northcote station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Croxton Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Footscray to Northcote?

The distance between Footscray and Northcote is 16 km. The road distance is 12 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Northcote without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Footscray to Northcote, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Northcote bus from?

Footscray to Northcote bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Nicholson St/Droop St station.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Northcote train from?

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

Train or bus from Footscray to Northcote?

The best way to get from Footscray to Northcote is to train which takes 43 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 472 bus and line 508 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Footscray to Northcote bus arrive?

Footscray to Northcote bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where does the Footscray to Northcote train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Footscray to Northcote?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Northcote is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Footscray to Northcote.

Where can I stay near Northcote?

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There are 5 ways to get from Footscray to Northcote 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 Croxton Stationtrain Mernda
43 min
$5
Drive 12 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Footscray to Northcotecar 12 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 472 bus, line 508 bus
1. Take the bus from Nicholson St/Droop St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rdbus 472
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to High St/Arthurton Rdbus 508
1h 7m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Northcotetaxi 12 km
14 min
$30–40
Line 216 bus, line 86 tram
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Bourke St/Queen Stbus 216
2. Take the tram from Queen St/Bourke St #4 to Bent St/High St #34tram 86
1h 6m
$12

Footscray to Northcote by train

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Distance: 16.4 km
Duration: 43 min

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

You can take a train from Footscray Station to Croxton Station via Southern Cross Station in around 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nicholson St/Droop St to High St/Arthurton Rd via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd in around 1h 7m.

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