What is the cheapest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena?

The cheapest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena is to train which costs $6 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena?

The fastest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena is to taxi which takes 4 min and costs $14 - $17.

Is there a direct train between Southern Cross (Station) and Rod Laver Arena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross Station station and arriving at Jolimont-MCG Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena?

The distance between Southern Cross (Station) and Rod Laver Arena is 3 km.

How do I travel from Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena without a car?

The best way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena without a car is to train and line 70 tram which takes 22 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena?

It takes approximately 22 min to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena train from?

Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Where does the Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena train arrive?

Southern Cross (Station) 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.

Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena by train, tram, taxi, or foot

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Train, line 70 tram
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Frankston / ...
2. Take the tram from Swanston St/Flinders St #5 to Rod Laver Arena/MCG Gates 1-3 #7Btram 70
22 min
$12
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Jolimont-MCG Stationtrain Mernda / ...
24 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arenataxi 3.7 km
4 min
$14–17
Walk
1. Take the walk from Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arenawalk 3.2 km
38 min
Line 70 tram
1. Take the tram from Flinders Street West/Flinders St #D6 to Rod Laver Arena/MCG Gates 1-3 #7Btram 70
27 min
$6
Line 70 tram via South Wharf/Wurundjeri Way #D5
1. Take the tram from South Wharf/Wurundjeri Way #D5 to Rod Laver Arena/MCG Gates 1-3 #7Btram 70
29 min
$6

Southern Cross (Station) to Rod Laver Arena by train, tram, and foot

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22 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 3.3 km
Duration: 22 min

What companies run services between Southern Cross (Station), VIC, Australia and Rod Laver Arena, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Jolimont-MCG Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 9 min.

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