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

The cheapest way to get from Carlton to Federation Square is to line 1 tram which costs $6 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlton to Federation Square is to taxi which takes 3 min and costs $8 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Carlton and Federation Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 and arriving at Federation Square/Swanston St #13. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Carlton to Federation Square?

The distance between Carlton and Federation Square is 3 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlton to Federation Square without a car is to line 1 tram which takes 15 min and costs $6.

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

The line 1 tram from Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 to Federation Square/Swanston St #13 takes 12 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

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

Carlton to Federation Square train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 station.

Where does the Carlton to Federation Square train arrive?

Carlton 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 5375+ hotels available in Federation Square.

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

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

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Line 1 tram
best
1. Take the tram from Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 to Federation Square/Swanston St #13tram 1 / ...
15 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlton to Federation Squaretaxi 2.2 km
3 min
$8–11
Walk
1. Take the foot from Carlton to Federation Squarewalk 2.2 km
26 min

Carlton to Federation Square by tram and foot

4667Weekly Services

15 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2.5 km
Duration: 15 min

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

Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 to Federation Square/Swanston St #13 every 5 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 12 min.

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