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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Hawthorn East to Footscray is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Hawthorn East and Footscray?

No, there is no direct train from Hawthorn East to Footscray station. However, there are services departing from Hastings Rd/Riversdale Rd #38 and arriving at Footscray Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Hawthorn East to Footscray?

The distance between Hawthorn East and Footscray is 15 km. The road distance is 14.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Hawthorn East to Footscray without a car is to line 70 tram and train which takes 46 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Hawthorn East to Footscray, including transfers.

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

Hawthorn East to Footscray train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Hastings Rd/Riversdale Rd #38 station.

Where does the Hawthorn East to Footscray train arrive?

Hawthorn East to Footscray train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Swanston St/Flinders St #5 station.

Can I drive from Hawthorn East to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between Hawthorn East to Footscray is 15 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Hawthorn East to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5249+ hotels available in Footscray.

Hawthorn East to Footscray - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 70 tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Hawthorn East to Footscray by tram, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Line 70 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Hastings Rd/Riversdale Rd #38 to Swanston St/Flinders St #5tram 70 / ...
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Footscray Stationtrain Williamstown / ...
46 min
$12
Drive 14.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hawthorn East to Footscraycar 14.8 km
17 min
$3–4
Train, line 216 bus
1. Take the train from Camberwell Station to Flagstaff Stationtrain Lilydale / ...
2. Take the bus from Jeffcott St/Spencer St to Leeds St/Hopkins Stbus 216
49 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hawthorn East to Footscraytaxi 14.8 km
17 min
$35–50

Hawthorn East to Footscray by tram and train

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Distance: 15 km
Duration: 46 min

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

There is no direct connection from Hawthorn East to Footscray. However, you can take the line 70 vehicle to Swanston St/Flinders St #5, walk to Flinders Street Station, then take the train to Footscray Station. Alternatively, you can take a train from Camberwell Station to Leeds St/Hopkins St via Flagstaff Station and Jeffcott St/Spencer St in around 49 min.

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