What is the cheapest way to get from Elsternwick to Footscray?

The cheapest way to get from Elsternwick to Footscray is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Elsternwick to Footscray?

The fastest way to get from Elsternwick to Footscray is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Elsternwick and Footscray?

No, there is no direct bus from Elsternwick to Footscray. However, there are services departing from Murray St/Kooyong Rd and arriving at Leeds St/Hopkins St via Flinders Lane/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Elsternwick and Footscray?

No, there is no direct train from Elsternwick station to Footscray station. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick Station and arriving at Footscray Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Elsternwick to Footscray?

The distance between Elsternwick and Footscray is 17 km. The road distance is 15.3 km.

How do I travel from Elsternwick to Footscray without a car?

The best way to get from Elsternwick to Footscray without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Elsternwick to Footscray?

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Elsternwick to Footscray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elsternwick to Footscray bus from?

Elsternwick to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Murray St/Kooyong Rd station.

Where do I catch the Elsternwick to Footscray train from?

Elsternwick to Footscray train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Elsternwick Station.

Train or bus from Elsternwick to Footscray?

The best way to get from Elsternwick to Footscray is to train which takes 33 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 605 bus and line 216 bus, which costs $5 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Elsternwick to Footscray bus arrive?

Elsternwick to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Flinders Lane/Queen St station.

Where does the Elsternwick to Footscray train arrive?

Elsternwick to Footscray train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Elsternwick to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between Elsternwick to Footscray is 15 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Elsternwick to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5243+ hotels available in Footscray.

Elsternwick to Footscray - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 605 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Elsternwick to Footscray by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Elsternwick Station to Flinders Street StationSandringham
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Footscray StationWilliamstown / ...
33 min
$5
Drive 15.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Elsternwick to Footscray15.3 km
17 min
$3–5
Line 605 bus, line 216 bus
1. Take the bus from Murray St/Kooyong Rd to Flinders Lane/Queen St605
2. Take the bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to Leeds St/Hopkins St216
1h 20m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elsternwick to Footscray15.3 km
17 min
$30–40
Line 67 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Orrong Rd/Glenhuntly Rd #46 to Federation Square/Swanston St #1367
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Footscray StationWilliamstown / ...
50 min
$11

Elsternwick to Footscray by train

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Distance: 16.6 km
Duration: 33 min

What companies run services between Elsternwick, VIC, Australia and Footscray, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Elsternwick Station to Footscray Station via Flinders Street Station in around 33 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Murray St/Kooyong Rd to Leeds St/Hopkins St via Flinders Lane/Queen St in around 1h 20m.

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