The fastest way from Melbourne Cricket Ground to Box Hill takes about 41 min, on line Mernda, 246, Lilydale, with 2 transfers; walking adds about 11 min.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line Mernda towards Mernda Station: board at Jolimont-MCG Station, alight at West Richmond Station — 1 stops, 1 min ride.
- Line 246 towards Elsternwick Station/Horne St: board at West Richmond Railway Station/Hoddle St, alight at Swan St/Punt Rd — 3 stops, 3 min ride.
- Line Lilydale towards Lilydale Station: board at Richmond Station, alight at Box Hill Station — 10 stops, 23 min ride.
- Line Hurstbridge towards Flinders Street Station: board at Jolimont-MCG Station, alight at Flinders Street Station — 1 stops, 4 min ride.
- Line 70 towards Elgar Rd/Riversdale Rd #61: board at Rod Laver Arena/MCG Gates 1-3 #7B, alight at Richmond Station/Swan St #8 — 3 stops, 5 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Melbourne Cricket Ground
The 100,000-seat MCG in Yarra Park, served by Jolimont and Richmond stations.
Box Hill
An eastern centre with a large rail, tram and bus interchange and a vibrant Asian food scene.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Melbourne Cricket Ground to Box Hill?
A typical trip takes about 41 minutes, of which roughly 11 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Melbourne Cricket Ground to Box Hill?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is Mernda + 246 + Lilydale, with 2 transfers.
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