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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Macleod is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Macleod is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $40 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Macleod?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray station to Macleod. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station/Irving St and arriving at Kingsbury Dr/Waterdale Rd via Little Collins St/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Macleod?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Macleod station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Macleod Station via Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Footscray to Macleod?

The distance between Footscray and Macleod is 25 km. The road distance is 21.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Macleod without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Footscray to Macleod, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Macleod bus from?

Footscray to Macleod bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Macleod train from?

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

Train or bus from Footscray to Macleod?

The best way to get from Footscray to Macleod is to train which takes 55 min and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 216 bus and line 250 bus, which costs and takes 1h 29m.

Where does the Footscray to Macleod bus arrive?

Footscray to Macleod bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, arrive at Collins St/Queen St station.

Where does the Footscray to Macleod train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Footscray to Macleod?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Macleod is 21 km. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Footscray to Macleod.

Where can I stay near Macleod?

There are 4883+ hotels available in Macleod.

Footscray to Macleod - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 216 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross to Macleod StationHurstbridge
55 min
$12
Drive 21.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Footscray to Macleod21.3 km
25 min
$5–6
Line 216 bus, line 250 bus
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Collins St/Queen St216
2. Take the bus from Little Collins St/Queen St to Kingsbury Dr/Waterdale Rd250 / ...
1h 29m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Macleod21.3 km
25 min
$40–55

Footscray to Macleod by train

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Distance: 24.6 km
Duration: 55 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross to Macleod Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Kingsbury Dr/Waterdale Rd via Collins St/Queen St and Little Collins St/Queen St in around 1h 29m.

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