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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between South Melbourne and Northcote?

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

Is there a direct train between South Melbourne and Northcote?

No, there is no direct train from South Melbourne station to Northcote station. However, there are services departing from South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127 and arriving at Croxton Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Northcote?

The distance between South Melbourne and Northcote is 13 km. The road distance is 10.5 km.

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

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Northcote without a car is to line 96 tram and train which takes 42 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 42 min to get from South Melbourne to Northcote, including transfers.

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

South Melbourne to Northcote bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Ferrars St/City Rd station.

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

South Melbourne to Northcote train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127.

Where does the South Melbourne to Northcote bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Melbourne to Northcote train arrive?

South Melbourne to Northcote train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Northcote?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Northcote is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from South Melbourne to Northcote.

Where can I stay near Northcote?

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South Melbourne to Northcote - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 96 tram

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

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Line 96 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127 to Southern Crosstram 96
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Croxton Stationtrain Mernda
42 min
$12
Drive 10.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Northcotecar 10.5 km
12 min
$2–3
Line 234 bus, line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Ferrars St/City Rd to Bourke St/Queen Stbus 234
2. Take the bus from Little Collins St/Queen St to Northcote Aquatic Centre/Victoria Rdbus 250 / ...
1h
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Melbourne to Northcotetaxi 10.5 km
12 min
$29–35
Line 96 tram, line 86 tram
1. Take the tram from South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127 to Spring St/Bourke St #9tram 96
2. Take the tram from Spring St/Bourke St #9 to Bent St/High St #34tram 86
56 min
$6

South Melbourne to Northcote by tram and train

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Distance: 12.8 km
Duration: 42 min

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

You can take a bus from Ferrars St/City Rd to Northcote Aquatic Centre/Victoria Rd via Bourke St/Queen St and Little Collins St/Queen St in around 1h. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127 to Bent St/High St #34 via Spring St/Bourke St #9 in around 56 min.

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