Carlton → Melbourne Central: about 15 min, on line 67, 5, 251, with no transfers, plus about 10 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 67 towards Carnegie/Truganini Rd #68: board at Melbourne University/Swanston St #1, alight at RMIT University/Swanston St #7 — 3 stops, 5 min ride.
- Line 5 towards Burke Rd/Wattletree Rd #52: board at Melbourne University/Swanston St #1, alight at RMIT University/Swanston St #7 — 3 stops, 5 min ride.
- Line 251 towards Little Collins St/Queen St: board at Carlton Gardens/Rathdowne St, alight at Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St — 3 stops, 7 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Carlton
The Italian quarter on Lygon Street, next to the University of Melbourne and Carlton Gardens.
Melbourne Central
The underground City Loop station beneath the Melbourne Central shopping centre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Carlton to Melbourne Central?
A typical trip takes about 15 minutes, of which roughly 10 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Carlton to Melbourne Central?
There is a direct connection — line 67, 5, 251, no transfers.
