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

The cheapest way to get from Prahran to Footscray is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Prahran to Footscray is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $26 - $32.

Is there a direct bus between Prahran and Footscray?

No, there is no direct bus from Prahran to Footscray. However, there are services departing from Malvern Rd/Orrong Rd and arriving at Leeds St/Hopkins St via Flinders Lane/Queen St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Prahran and Footscray?

No, there is no direct train from Prahran to Footscray station. However, there are services departing from Lewisham Rd/High St #34 and arriving at Footscray Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Prahran to Footscray?

The distance between Prahran and Footscray is 13 km. The road distance is 12.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Prahran to Footscray without a car is to line 6 tram and train which takes 37 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Prahran to Footscray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prahran to Footscray bus from?

Prahran to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Malvern Rd/Orrong Rd station.

Where do I catch the Prahran to Footscray train from?

Prahran to Footscray train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Lewisham Rd/High St #34 station.

Where does the Prahran to Footscray bus arrive?

Prahran to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Flinders Lane/Queen St station.

Where does the Prahran to Footscray train arrive?

Prahran to Footscray train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Federation Square/Swanston St #13 station.

Can I drive from Prahran to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between Prahran to Footscray is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Prahran to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 4935+ hotels available in Footscray.

Prahran to Footscray - 4 ways to travel via train, line 6 tram

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

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

Line 6 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Lewisham Rd/High St #34 to Federation Square/Swanston St #136
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Footscray StationWilliamstown / ...
37 min
$12
Drive 12.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Prahran to Footscray12.2 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 605 bus, line 216 bus
1. Take the bus from Malvern Rd/Orrong Rd to Flinders Lane/Queen St605
2. Take the bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to Leeds St/Hopkins St216
1h 5m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prahran to Footscray12.2 km
14 min
$26–32

Prahran to Footscray by tram and train

677Weekly Services

37 minAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 12.7 km
Duration: 37 min

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

You can take a bus from Malvern Rd/Orrong Rd to Leeds St/Hopkins St via Flinders Lane/Queen St in around 1h 5m.

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