What is the cheapest way to get from University of Melbourne to Footscray?

The cheapest way to get from University of Melbourne to Footscray is to train which costs $6 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from University of Melbourne to Footscray?

The fastest way to get from University of Melbourne to Footscray is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $20 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between University of Melbourne and Footscray?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Melbourne University/Grattan St and arriving at Footscray Station/Irving St station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct train between University of Melbourne and Footscray?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parkville Station station and arriving at Footscray Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from University of Melbourne to Footscray?

The distance between University of Melbourne and Footscray is 6 km.

How do I travel from University of Melbourne to Footscray without a car?

The best way to get from University of Melbourne to Footscray without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from University of Melbourne to Footscray?

The train from Parkville Station to Footscray Station takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the University of Melbourne to Footscray bus from?

University of Melbourne to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Melbourne University/Grattan St station.

Where do I catch the University of Melbourne to Footscray train from?

University of Melbourne to Footscray train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Parkville Station.

Train or bus from University of Melbourne to Footscray?

The best way to get from University of Melbourne to Footscray is to train which takes 14 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 402 bus, which costs $6 and takes 34 min.

Where does the University of Melbourne to Footscray bus arrive?

University of Melbourne to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the University of Melbourne to Footscray train arrive?

University of Melbourne to Footscray train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Footscray Station.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

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University of Melbourne to Footscray - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from University of Melbourne to Footscray by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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best
1. Take the train from Parkville Station to Footscray Stationtrain Sunbury
14 min
$6
Line 402 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne University/Grattan St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus 402
34 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from University of Melbourne to Footscraytaxi 6.7 km
11 min
$20–25
Walk
1. Take the walk from University of Melbourne to Footscraywalk 6.1 km
1h 13m

University of Melbourne to Footscray by foot and train

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Distance: 5.9 km
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between University of Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Footscray, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Parkville Station to Footscray Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Melbourne University/Grattan St to Footscray Station/Irving St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 27 min.

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