What is the cheapest way to get from Footscray to Eltham North?

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Eltham North is to line 216 bus and line 906 bus and line 579 bus which costs $5 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Footscray to Eltham North?

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Eltham North is to taxi which takes 33 min and costs $55 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Eltham North?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Eltham North. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Park West Rd/Main Rd via King St/Lonsdale St and Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Eltham North?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Eltham North station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Eltham Station via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Footscray to Eltham North?

The distance between Footscray and Eltham North is 34 km. The road distance is 28.4 km.

How do I travel from Footscray to Eltham North without a car?

The best way to get from Footscray to Eltham North without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Footscray to Eltham North?

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Footscray to Eltham North, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Eltham North bus from?

Footscray to Eltham North bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Eltham North train from?

Footscray to Eltham North train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Southern Cross station.

Train or bus from Footscray to Eltham North?

The best way to get from Footscray to Eltham North is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 216 bus and line 906 bus and line 579 bus, which costs $5 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Footscray to Eltham North bus arrive?

Footscray to Eltham North bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at King St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Footscray to Eltham North train arrive?

Footscray to Eltham North train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Eltham Station.

Can I drive from Footscray to Eltham North?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Eltham North is 28 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Footscray to Eltham North.

Where can I stay near Eltham North?

There are 4677+ hotels available in Eltham North.

Footscray to Eltham North - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 216 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Footscray to Eltham North by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Eltham StationHurstbridge
1h 12m
$12
Line 216 bus, line 906 bus, line 579 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to King St/Lonsdale St216
2. Take the bus from King St/Lonsdale St to Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd906
3. Take the bus from Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd to Park West Rd/Main Rd578 / ...
2h 4m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Eltham North28.4 km
33 min
$55–65
Drive 28.4 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Eltham North28.4 km
33 min
$6–8
Train, line 517 bus
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Rosanna StationHurstbridge
2. Take the bus from Rosanna Station/Turnham Ave to 113 Weidlich Rd517
1h 48m
$16

Footscray to Eltham North by train

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1h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 34.3 km
Duration: 1h 12m

What companies run services between Footscray, VIC, Australia and Eltham North, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross to Eltham Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Park West Rd/Main Rd via King St/Lonsdale St and Warrandyte Reserve/Heidelberg-Warrandyte Rd in around 2h 4m.

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