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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Balaclava is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Balaclava is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Balaclava?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Balaclava station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Balaclava Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Footscray to Balaclava?

The distance between Footscray and Balaclava is 15 km. The road distance is 13.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Balaclava without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 34 min to get from Footscray to Balaclava, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Balaclava train from?

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

Where does the Footscray to Balaclava train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Footscray to Balaclava?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Balaclava is 13 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Footscray to Balaclava.

Where can I stay near Balaclava?

There are 5025+ hotels available in Balaclava.

Footscray to Balaclava - 5 ways to travel via train, line 216 bus, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Footscray to Balaclava 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 Footscray Station to Flinders Street StationWilliamstown / ...
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Balaclava StationSandringham
34 min
$6
Drive 13.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Footscray to Balaclava13.3 km
15 min
$3–4
Line 216 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Collins St/Queen St216
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Balaclava StationSandringham
57 min
$10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Balaclava13.3 km
15 min
$28–35
Train, line 3 tram
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Flinders Street StationWilliamstown / ...
2. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to Balaclava Station/Carlisle St #383 / ...
43 min
$12

Footscray to Balaclava by train

571Weekly Trains

34 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.8 km
Duration: 34 min

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

You can take a train from Footscray Station to Balaclava Station via Flinders Street Station in around 34 min.

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