What is the cheapest way to get from Footscray to Lower Plenty?

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Lower Plenty is to line 216 bus and line 905 bus which costs $5 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Footscray to Lower Plenty?

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Lower Plenty is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Lower Plenty?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Lower Plenty. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Omar St/Parker St via King St/Lonsdale St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Footscray to Lower Plenty?

The distance between Footscray and Lower Plenty is 24 km. The road distance is 25.4 km.

How do I travel from Footscray to Lower Plenty without a car?

The best way to get from Footscray to Lower Plenty without a car is to train and line 905 bus which takes 54 min and costs $11.

How long does it take to get from Footscray to Lower Plenty?

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Footscray to Lower Plenty, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Lower Plenty bus from?

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

Train or bus from Footscray to Lower Plenty?

The best way to get from Footscray to Lower Plenty is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs $17. Alternatively, you can line 216 bus and line 905 bus, which costs $5 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Footscray to Lower Plenty bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Footscray to Lower Plenty?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Lower Plenty is 25 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Footscray to Lower Plenty.

Where can I stay near Lower Plenty?

There are 4876+ hotels available in Lower Plenty.

Footscray to Lower Plenty - 5 ways to travel via train, line 905 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Footscray to Lower Plenty by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 905 bus
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Parliament StationSunbury
2. Take the bus from St Vincent's Hospital/Victoria Pde to Omar St/Parker St905
54 min
$10
Line 216 bus, line 905 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 Omar St/Parker St905
1h 9m
$4
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Greensborough StationHurstbridge
1h 20m
$16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Lower Plenty25.4 km
27 min
$50–60
Drive 25.4 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Lower Plenty25.4 km
27 min
$5–8

Footscray to Lower Plenty by train, foot, and bus

284Weekly Services

54 minAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 23.9 km
Duration: 54 min

What companies run services between Footscray, VIC, Australia and Lower Plenty, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross to Greensborough Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Omar St/Parker St via King St/Lonsdale St in around 1h 9m.

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