What is the cheapest way to get from Footscray to Meadow Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Meadow Heights is to line 472 bus and line 477 bus which costs $5 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Footscray to Meadow Heights?

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Meadow Heights is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Meadow Heights?

No, there is no direct bus from Footscray to Meadow Heights. However, there are services departing from Nicholson St/Droop St and arriving at Papworth Pl/Hudson Cct via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd and Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Meadow Heights?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Meadow Heights station. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Coolaroo Station via North Melbourne Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Footscray to Meadow Heights?

The distance between Footscray and Meadow Heights is 22 km. The road distance is 19.7 km.

How do I travel from Footscray to Meadow Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Footscray to Meadow Heights without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Footscray to Meadow Heights?

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Footscray to Meadow Heights, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Meadow Heights bus from?

Footscray to Meadow Heights bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Nicholson St/Droop St station.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Meadow Heights train from?

Footscray to Meadow Heights train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from North Melbourne Station.

Train or bus from Footscray to Meadow Heights?

The best way to get from Footscray to Meadow Heights is to train which takes 42 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 472 bus and line 477 bus, which costs $5 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Footscray to Meadow Heights bus arrive?

Footscray to Meadow Heights bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where does the Footscray to Meadow Heights train arrive?

Footscray to Meadow Heights train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Coolaroo Station.

Can I drive from Footscray to Meadow Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Meadow Heights is 20 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Footscray to Meadow Heights.

Where can I stay near Meadow Heights?

There are 4311+ hotels available in Meadow Heights.

Footscray to Meadow Heights - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 472 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Footscray to Meadow Heights by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from North Melbourne Station to Coolaroo StationCraigieburn / ...
42 min
$6
Line 472 bus, line 477 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nicholson St/Droop St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd472
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd477
2h 9m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Meadow Heights19.7 km
22 min
$35–50
Drive 19.7 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Meadow Heights19.7 km
22 min
$4–6
Line 82 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Nicholson St/Hopkins St #62 to Moonee Ponds Junction/Pascoe Vale Rd #3282
2. Take the train from Moonee Ponds Station to Coolaroo StationCraigieburn / ...
1h 4m
$12

Footscray to Meadow Heights by train

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Distance: 21.7 km
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Footscray, VIC, Australia and Meadow Heights, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from North Melbourne Station to Coolaroo Station every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nicholson St/Droop St to Papworth Pl/Hudson Cct via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd and Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd in around 2h 9m.

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