What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station) is to train which costs $6 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station) is to taxi which takes 8 min and costs $20 - $25.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Showgrounds and Southern Cross (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ascot Vale Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station)?

The distance between Melbourne Showgrounds and Southern Cross (Station) is 7 km.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station)?

The train from Ascot Vale Station to Southern Cross Station takes 11 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station) train from?

Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station) train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Ascot Vale Station.

Where can I stay near Southern Cross (Station)?

There are 5296+ hotels available in Southern Cross (Station).

Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station)

Q: How do I travel from Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station) without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs $6.

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station) by train, tram, taxi, foot, or bus

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best
1. Take the train from Ascot Vale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Craigieburn
32 min
$6
Line 57 tram via Melbourne Central Station
1. Take the tram from Melbourne Showgrounds/Union Rd #33 to Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5tram 57
44 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station)taxi 6.7 km
8 min
$20–25
Walk
1. Take the walk from Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station)walk 6.7 km
1h 20m
Line 472 bus, train
1. Take the bus from RAS Showgrounds/Langs Rd to Leeds St/Paisley Stbus 472
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Williamstown / ...
33 min
$12
Line 57 tram
1. Take the tram from Melbourne Showgrounds/Union Rd #33 to Flinders Streettram 57
1h 1m
$6

Melbourne Showgrounds to Southern Cross (Station) by foot, tram, and train

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44 minAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 7.5 km
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Melbourne Showgrounds, VIC, Australia and Southern Cross (Station), VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Ascot Vale Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 11 min.

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