What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square is to train which costs $6 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $23 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Showgrounds and Federation Square?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square. However, there are services departing from RAS Showgrounds/Langs Rd and arriving at Collins St/Queen St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Showgrounds and Federation Square?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Showgrounds/Union Rd #33 and arriving at Flinders Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square?

The distance between Melbourne Showgrounds and Federation Square is 11 km.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square bus from?

Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from RAS Showgrounds/Langs Rd station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square train from?

Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Melbourne Showgrounds/Union Rd #33 station.

Train or bus from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square?

The best way to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square is to bus which takes 1h and costs $12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square bus arrive?

Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Leeds St/Paisley St station.

Where does the Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square train arrive?

Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Flinders Street station.

Where can I stay near Federation Square?

There are 5346+ hotels available in Federation Square.

Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square - 6 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square?

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square, including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square by bus, train, tram, taxi, or foot

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from RAS Showgrounds/Langs Rd to Leeds St/Paisley Stbus 472
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Williamstown / ...
42 min
$12
Line 57 tram
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Melbourne Showgrounds/Union Rd #33 to Flinders Streettram 57
49 min
$6
Bus
1. Take the bus from RAS Showgrounds/Langs Rd to Leeds St/Paisley Stbus 472
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Collins St/Queen Stbus 216
1h
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Squaretaxi 7.9 km
9 min
$23–28
Train
1. Take the train from Ascot Vale Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
42 min
$6
Walk
1. Take the walk from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Squarewalk 7.7 km
1h 32m

Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 11.1 km
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Melbourne Showgrounds, VIC, Australia and Federation Square, VIC, Australia?

Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Melbourne Showgrounds/Union Rd #33 to Flinders Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Melbourne Showgrounds to Federation Square via RAS Showgrounds/Langs Rd, Leeds St/Paisley St, Footscray Station/Irving St, and Collins St/Queen St in around 1h.

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