What is the cheapest way to get from Footscray to Melbourne Cup?

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Melbourne Cup is to line 472 bus which costs $5 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Footscray to Melbourne Cup?

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Melbourne Cup is to taxi which takes 5 min and costs $9 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Melbourne Cup?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Nicholson St/Droop St and arriving at RAS Showgrounds/Langs Rd. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.

How far is it from Footscray to Melbourne Cup?

The distance between Footscray and Melbourne Cup is 2 km.

How do I travel from Footscray to Melbourne Cup without a car?

The best way to get from Footscray to Melbourne Cup without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Footscray to Melbourne Cup?

The train from Footscray Rail Replacement Bus Stop to Flemington Racecourse Rail Replacement Bus Stop takes 12 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Melbourne Cup bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Footscray to Melbourne Cup train from?

Footscray to Melbourne Cup train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Footscray Rail Replacement Bus Stop station.

Train or bus from Footscray to Melbourne Cup?

The best way to get from Footscray to Melbourne Cup is to train which takes 17 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 472 bus, which costs $5 and takes 23 min.

Where does the Footscray to Melbourne Cup bus arrive?

Footscray to Melbourne Cup bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at RAS Showgrounds/Langs Rd station.

Where does the Footscray to Melbourne Cup train arrive?

Footscray to Melbourne Cup train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flemington Racecourse Rail Replacement Bus Stop station.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Cup?

There are 4977+ hotels available in Melbourne Cup.

Footscray to Melbourne Cup - 4 ways to travel via train, line 472 bus, and taxi

Q: Is there a direct train between Footscray and Melbourne Cup?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Footscray Rail Replacement Bus Stop and arriving at Flemington Racecourse Rail Replacement Bus Stop. Services depart every four hours, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

There are 4 ways to get from Footscray to Melbourne Cup by train, bus, taxi, or foot

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Rail Replacement Bus Stop to Flemington Racecourse Rail Replacement Bus StopReplacement Bus
17 min
$6
Line 472 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Nicholson St/Droop St to RAS Showgrounds/Langs Rd472
23 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Melbourne Cup2.9 km
5 min
$9–12
Walk
1. Take the foot from Footscray to Melbourne Cup2.3 km
27 min

Footscray to Melbourne Cup by train and foot

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17 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 2.2 km
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Footscray, VIC, Australia and Melbourne Cup, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Footscray Rail Replacement Bus Stop to Flemington Racecourse Rail Replacement Bus Stop every 4 hours. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Nicholson St/Droop St to RAS Showgrounds/Langs Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 8 min.

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