Getting from Docklands to University of Melbourne takes about 29 min by public transport, on line 35, 72, 30, with 1 transfer, with about 9 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 35 towards Spring St/Flinders St #8: board at Waterfront City/Docklands Dr #D11, alight at Melbourne Central & State Library stations/La Trobe St (Melb... #6 — 7 stops, 13 min ride.
- Line 72 towards Melbourne University/Swanston St #1: board at Melbourne Central Station/Swanston St #8, alight at Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 — 4 stops, 7 min ride.
- Line 30 towards St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde #12: board at Central Pier/Harbour Esp #D2, alight at Melbourne Central & State Library stations/La Trobe St (Melb... #6 — 5 stops, 10 min ride.
- Line 5 towards Melbourne University/Swanston St #1: board at Melbourne Central Station/Swanston St #8, alight at Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 — 4 stops, 7 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Docklands
The waterfront district west of the CBD, with Marvel Stadium and the free tram zone.
University of Melbourne
The Parkville campus, served by the tram terminus on Swanston Street.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Docklands to University of Melbourne?
A typical trip takes about 29 minutes, of which roughly 9 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Docklands to University of Melbourne?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is 35 + 72, with 1 transfers.
