The fastest way from Melbourne Cricket Ground to Carlton takes about 24 min, on line Hurstbridge, 241, 48, with 1 transfer; walking adds about 6 min.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line Hurstbridge towards Hurstbridge Station: board at Jolimont-MCG Station, alight at Victoria Park Station — 4 stops, 6 min ride.
- Line 241 towards North Melbourne Station/Dryburgh St: board at Lulie St/Johnston St, alight at Faraday St/Lygon St — 5 stops, 11 min ride.
- Line 48 towards Victoria Harbour Docklands/Collins St #D18: board at Jolimont Station-MCG/Wellington Pde #11, alight at Spring St/Collins St #8 — 3 stops, 5 min ride.
- Line 96 towards Blyth St/Nicholson St #23: board at Spring St/Bourke St #9, alight at Moor St/Nicholson St #12 — 3 stops, 5 min ride.
- Line Mernda towards Mernda Station: board at Jolimont-MCG Station, alight at Victoria Park Station — 4 stops, 6 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Melbourne Cricket Ground
The 100,000-seat MCG in Yarra Park, served by Jolimont and Richmond stations.
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 Melbourne Cricket Ground to Carlton?
A typical trip takes about 24 minutes, of which roughly 6 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Melbourne Cricket Ground to Carlton?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is Hurstbridge + 241, with 1 transfers.
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