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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Perth is to fly which costs $260 - $750 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Perth is to fly which takes 6h 19m and costs $260 - $750.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Perth?

No, there is no direct train from Footscray station to Perth. However, there are services departing from Footscray Station and arriving at Perth via Southern Cross Station and Adelaide Parklands. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 7h.

How far is it from Footscray to Perth?

The distance between Footscray and Perth is 2741 km. The road distance is 3299 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Perth without a car is to train which takes 3 days 7h and costs $700 - $8,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Footscray to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Perth train from?

Footscray to Perth train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or fly from Footscray to Perth?

The best way to get from Footscray to Perth is to fly which takes 6h 19m and costs $260 - $750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $700 - $8,500 and takes 3 days 7h.

What is the time difference between Footscray and Perth?

Perth is 3h behind Footscray. It is currently 12:56 AM in Footscray and 9:56 PM in Perth.

Where does the Footscray to Perth train arrive?

Footscray to Perth train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Adelaide Station.

Can I drive from Footscray to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Perth is 3299 km. It takes approximately 35h 18m to drive from Footscray to Perth.

Where can I stay near Perth?

There are 1487+ hotels available in Perth.

Footscray to Perth - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Footscray to Perth by plane, train, car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Perth Airport (PER)plane MEL - PER
6h 19m
$268–730
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Stationtrain The Overland
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Perthtrain Adl-Per 2026
3d 7h
$746–8,386
Drive 3,299 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Perthcar 3,299 km
35h 18m
$627–906
Bus, train via Deer Park
1. Take the bus from Deer Park to Adelaidebus Adelaide
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Perthtrain Adl-Per 2026
3d 8h
$704–8,108
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Adelaide Parklands to Perthtrain Adl-Per 2026
3d 9h
$620–8,069

Footscray to Perth by train

1Weekly Trains

3d 7hAverage Duration

$746Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,740.5 km
Duration: 6h 19m

What companies run services between Footscray, VIC, Australia and Perth, WA, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Perth Airport (PER) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Footscray Station to Perth via Southern Cross Station, Adelaide Station, and Adelaide Parklands in around 3d 7h.

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