What is the cheapest way to get from Footscray to Ferntree Gully?

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Ferntree Gully is to line 302 bus and line 732 bus which costs $5 and takes 2h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Footscray to Ferntree Gully?

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Ferntree Gully is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Ferntree Gully?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Ferntree Gully. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Forest Rd/Burwood Hwy via King St/Lonsdale St and Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Ferntree Gully?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Ferntree Gully station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Ferntree Gully Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Footscray to Ferntree Gully?

The distance between Footscray and Ferntree Gully is 43 km. The road distance is 38.7 km.

How do I travel from Footscray to Ferntree Gully without a car?

The best way to get from Footscray to Ferntree Gully without a car is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Footscray to Ferntree Gully?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Footscray to Ferntree Gully, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Ferntree Gully bus from?

Footscray to Ferntree Gully bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from King St/Lonsdale St station.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Ferntree Gully train from?

Footscray to Ferntree Gully train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Footscray to Ferntree Gully?

The best way to get from Footscray to Ferntree Gully is to train which takes 1h 31m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 302 bus and line 732 bus, which costs $5 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Footscray to Ferntree Gully bus arrive?

Footscray to Ferntree Gully bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Where does the Footscray to Ferntree Gully train arrive?

Footscray to Ferntree Gully train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Ferntree Gully Station.

Can I drive from Footscray to Ferntree Gully?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Ferntree Gully is 39 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Footscray to Ferntree Gully.

Where can I stay near Ferntree Gully?

There are 854+ hotels available in Ferntree Gully.

Footscray to Ferntree Gully - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 302 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Footscray to Ferntree Gully by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ferntree Gully StationBelgrave
1h 31m
$6
Line 302 bus, line 732 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King St/Lonsdale St to Box Hill Bus Station/Station St302
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Forest Rd/Burwood Hwy732
2h 41m
$4
Drive 38.7 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Ferntree Gully38.7 km
37 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Ferntree Gully38.7 km
37 min
$95–120

Footscray to Ferntree Gully by train

220Weekly Trains

1h 31mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.9 km
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Footscray, VIC, Australia and Ferntree Gully, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Ferntree Gully Station hourly, and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Forest Rd/Burwood Hwy via King St/Lonsdale St and Box Hill Bus Station/Station St in around 2h 41m.

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