What is the cheapest way to get from Northcote to South Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Northcote to South Melbourne is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Northcote to South Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Northcote to South Melbourne is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $29 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Northcote and South Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Northcote to South Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Northcote Aquatic Centre/Victoria Rd and arriving at Ferrars St/City Rd via Collins St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Northcote and South Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Croxton Station station and arriving at Flinders Street Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Northcote to South Melbourne?

The distance between Northcote and South Melbourne is 8 km. The road distance is 10.3 km.

How do I travel from Northcote to South Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Northcote to South Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Northcote to South Melbourne?

The train from Croxton Station to Flinders Street Station takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Northcote to South Melbourne bus from?

Northcote to South Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Northcote Aquatic Centre/Victoria Rd station.

Where do I catch the Northcote to South Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Northcote to South Melbourne?

The best way to get from Northcote to South Melbourne is to train which takes 19 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 250 bus, which costs $12 and takes 1h.

Where does the Northcote to South Melbourne bus arrive?

Northcote to South Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Little Collins St/Queen St station.

Where does the Northcote to South Melbourne train arrive?

Northcote to South Melbourne train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Northcote to South Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Northcote to South Melbourne is 10 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Northcote to South Melbourne.

Where can I stay near South Melbourne?

There are 5255+ hotels available in South Melbourne.

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There are 5 ways to get from Northcote to South Melbourne by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Croxton Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Mernda
19 min
$6
Drive 10.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Northcote to South Melbournecar 10.3 km
12 min
$2–3
Line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Northcote Aquatic Centre/Victoria Rd to Little Collins St/Queen Stbus 250 / ...
1h
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Northcote to South Melbournetaxi 10.3 km
12 min
$29–35
Line 86 tram, line 96 tram
1. Take the tram from McCutcheon St/High St #34 to Spring St/Bourke St #9tram 86
2. Take the tram from Spring St/Bourke St #9 to South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127tram 96
59 min
$6

Northcote to South Melbourne by train

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Distance: 8.4 km
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Northcote, VIC, Australia and South Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Croxton Station to Flinders Street Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Northcote Aquatic Centre/Victoria Rd to Little Collins St/Queen St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 41 min.

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