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

The cheapest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Showgrounds Station is to train which costs $6 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Showgrounds Station is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs $22 - $27.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross Station station and arriving at Ascot Vale Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

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

The distance between Southern Cross (Station) and Showgrounds Station is 6 km.

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

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

Where does the Southern Cross (Station) to Showgrounds Station train arrive?

Southern Cross (Station) to Showgrounds Station train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Newmarket Station.

Where can I stay near Showgrounds Station?

There are 5265+ hotels available in Showgrounds Station.

Southern Cross (Station) to Showgrounds Station

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

The best way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Showgrounds Station without a car is to train and line 57 tram which takes 20 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 20 min to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Showgrounds Station, including transfers.

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There are 7 ways to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Showgrounds Station by train, tram, taxi, or foot

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Train, line 57 tram
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Newmarket Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the tram from Newmarket Plaza/Racecourse Rd #26 to Sandown Rd/Epsom Rd #32tram 57
20 min
$12
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ascot Vale Stationtrain Craigieburn
26 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southern Cross (Station) to Showgrounds Stationtaxi 7.3 km
7 min
$22–27
Walk
1. Take the walk from Southern Cross (Station) to Showgrounds Stationwalk 6 km
1h 12m
Train via Newmarket Station
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Newmarket Stationtrain Craigieburn
26 min
$6
Line 57 tram via Melbourne Central Station
1. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Sandown Rd/Epsom Rd #32tram 57
38 min
$12
Line 57 tram
1. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Sandown Rd/Epsom Rd #32tram 57
52 min
$6

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

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Distance: 5.9 km
Duration: 20 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Ascot Vale Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 9 min.

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