The fastest way from Flinders Street Station to Carlton takes about 19 min, on line Sunbury, 72, 6, with no transfers; walking adds about 18 min.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line Sunbury towards Watergardens Station: board at Town Hall Station, alight at Parkville Station — 2 stops, 5 min ride.
- Line 72 towards Melbourne University/Swanston St #1: board at Flinders Street Station/Swanston St #13, alight at Lincoln Square/Swanston St #3 — 6 stops, 12 min ride.
- Line 6 towards Moreland Station/Moreland Rd #133: board at Flinders Street Station/Swanston St #13, alight at Lincoln Square/Swanston St #3 — 6 stops, 12 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Flinders Street Station
Melbourne's landmark station on the Yarra, hub of the metro rail network and many tram routes.
Carlton
The Italian quarter on Lygon Street, next to the University of Melbourne and Carlton Gardens.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Flinders Street Station to Carlton?
A typical trip takes about 19 minutes, of which roughly 18 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Flinders Street Station to Carlton?
There is a direct connection — line Sunbury, 72, 6, no transfers.
From Flinders Street Station onward
