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

The cheapest way to get from Federation Square to Balaclava is to train which costs $6 and takes 16 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Federation Square to Balaclava is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs $16 - $20.

Is there a direct train between Federation Square and Balaclava?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flinders Street Station station and arriving at Balaclava Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Federation Square to Balaclava?

The distance between Federation Square and Balaclava is 8 km.

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

The best way to get from Federation Square to Balaclava without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Flinders Street Station to Balaclava Station takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Federation Square to Balaclava train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Flinders Street Station.

Where does the Federation Square to Balaclava train arrive?

Federation Square to Balaclava train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Balaclava Station.

Where can I stay near Balaclava?

There are 5255+ hotels available in Balaclava.

Federation Square to Balaclava - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and foot

There are 4 ways to get from Federation Square to Balaclava by train, taxi, foot, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Balaclava StationSandringham
16 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federation Square to Balaclava6.9 km
7 min
$16–20
Walk
1. Take the foot from Federation Square to Balaclava7.2 km
1h 26m
Line 3 tram
1. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #383 / ...
29 min
$6

Federation Square to Balaclava by foot and train

571Weekly Services

16 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 8.1 km
Duration: 16 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Balaclava Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 13 min.

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