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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Docklands is to line 220 bus which costs $5 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Docklands is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs $14 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Docklands?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nicholson St/Irving St and arriving at Festival Hall/Dudley St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Docklands?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Footscray Station station and arriving at Southern Cross Station station. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.

How far is it from Footscray to Docklands?

The distance between Footscray and Docklands is 6 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Docklands without a car is to train which takes 9 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Footscray Station to Southern Cross Station takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Docklands bus from?

Footscray to Docklands bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Nicholson St/Irving St station.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Docklands train from?

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

Train or bus from Footscray to Docklands?

The best way to get from Footscray to Docklands is to train which takes 9 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 220 bus, which costs $5 and takes 13 min.

Where does the Footscray to Docklands bus arrive?

Footscray to Docklands bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Festival Hall/Dudley St station.

Where does the Footscray to Docklands train arrive?

Footscray to Docklands train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Where can I stay near Docklands?

There are 5022+ hotels available in Docklands.

Footscray to Docklands - 4 ways to travel via train, line 220 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Footscray to Docklands by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Southern Cross StationWilliamstown / ...
9 min
$6
Line 220 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nicholson St/Irving St to Festival Hall/Dudley St220
13 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Docklands5.4 km
6 min
$14–17
Walk
1. Take the foot from Footscray to Docklands5.5 km
1h 5m

Footscray to Docklands by train

1180Weekly Trains

9 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5.5 km
Duration: 9 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Footscray Station to Southern Cross Station every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 9 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Nicholson St/Irving St to Festival Hall/Dudley St every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 13 min.

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