What is the cheapest way to get from Southbank to Federation Square?

The cheapest way to get from Southbank to Federation Square is to line 1 tram which costs $6 and takes 6 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Southbank to Federation Square?

The fastest way to get from Southbank to Federation Square is to taxi which takes 2 min and costs $9 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Southbank and Federation Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Arts Precinct/Sturt St #17 and arriving at Federation Square/Swanston St #13. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5 min.

How far is it from Southbank to Federation Square?

The distance between Southbank and Federation Square is 991 meters.

How do I travel from Southbank to Federation Square without a car?

The best way to get from Southbank to Federation Square without a car is to line 1 tram which takes 6 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Southbank to Federation Square?

The line 1 tram from Arts Precinct/Sturt St #17 to Federation Square/Swanston St #13 takes 5 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Southbank to Federation Square train from?

Southbank to Federation Square train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Arts Precinct/Sturt St #17 station.

Where does the Southbank to Federation Square train arrive?

Southbank to Federation Square train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Federation Square/Swanston St #13 station.

Where can I stay near Federation Square?

There are 5303+ hotels available in Federation Square.

Southbank to Federation Square - 3 ways to travel via line 1 tram, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Southbank to Federation Square by tram, taxi, or foot

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Line 1 tram
best
1. Take the tram from Arts Precinct/Sturt St #17 to Federation Square/Swanston St #13tram 1
6 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southbank to Federation Squaretaxi 1.7 km
2 min
$9–12
Walk
1. Take the foot from Southbank to Federation Squarewalk 860 m
10 min

Southbank to Federation Square by tram and foot

723Weekly Services

6 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 990 m
Duration: 6 min

What companies run services between Southbank, VIC, Australia and Federation Square, VIC, Australia?

Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Arts Precinct/Sturt St #17 to Federation Square/Swanston St #13 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 5 min.

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