What is the cheapest way to get from Kensington to Rod Laver Arena?

The cheapest way to get from Kensington to Rod Laver Arena is to train which costs $6 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Kensington to Rod Laver Arena?

The fastest way to get from Kensington to Rod Laver Arena is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs $19 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Kensington and Rod Laver Arena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Derby St/Kensington Rd and arriving at Carlton Gardens/Victoria St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Kensington and Rod Laver Arena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kensington Station station and arriving at Flinders Street Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Kensington to Rod Laver Arena?

The distance between Kensington and Rod Laver Arena is 8 km.

How do I travel from Kensington to Rod Laver Arena without a car?

The best way to get from Kensington to Rod Laver Arena without a car is to train and line 70 tram which takes 32 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Kensington to Rod Laver Arena?

It takes approximately 32 min to get from Kensington to Rod Laver Arena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Rod Laver Arena bus from?

Kensington to Rod Laver Arena bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Derby St/Kensington Rd station.

Where do I catch the Kensington to Rod Laver Arena train from?

Kensington to Rod Laver Arena train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Kensington Station.

Train or bus from Kensington to Rod Laver Arena?

The best way to get from Kensington to Rod Laver Arena is to train which takes 33 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 402 bus, which costs $6 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Kensington to Rod Laver Arena bus arrive?

Kensington to Rod Laver Arena bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Carlton Gardens/Victoria St station.

Where does the Kensington to Rod Laver Arena train arrive?

Kensington to Rod Laver Arena train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Where can I stay near Rod Laver Arena?

There are 5290+ hotels available in Rod Laver Arena.

Kensington to Rod Laver Arena - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 70 tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Kensington to Rod Laver Arena by train, tram, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train, line 70 tram
best
1. Take the train from Kensington Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the tram from Swanston St/Flinders St #5 to Rod Laver Arena/MCG Gates 1-3 #7Btram 70
32 min
$12
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kensington Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
33 min
$6
Line 402 bus
1. Take the bus from Derby St/Kensington Rd to Carlton Gardens/Victoria Stbus 402
58 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kensington to Rod Laver Arenataxi 6.2 km
8 min
$19–24
Walk
1. Take the walk from Kensington to Rod Laver Arenawalk 6.5 km
1h 18m

Kensington to Rod Laver Arena by train, tram, and foot

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Distance: 8.3 km
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Kensington, VIC, Australia and Rod Laver Arena, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Kensington Station to Flinders Street Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Derby St/Kensington Rd to Carlton Gardens/Victoria St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 30 min.

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