Getting from Melbourne Cricket Ground to Footscray takes about 31 min by public transport, on line Mernda, Werribee, Hurstbridge, with 1 transfer, with about 12 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line Mernda towards Flinders Street Station: board at Jolimont-MCG Station, alight at Flinders Street Station — 1 stops, 3 min ride.
- Line Werribee towards Laverton Station: board at Flinders Street Station, alight at Footscray Station — 4 stops, 13 min ride.
- Line Hurstbridge towards Flinders Street Station: board at Jolimont-MCG Station, alight at Flinders Street Station — 1 stops, 3 min ride.
- Line 3 towards Melbourne University/Swanston St #1: board at Flinders Street Station/Swanston St #13, alight at Collins St/Swanston St #11 — 1 stops, 2 min ride.
- Line Sunbury towards Watergardens Station: board at Town Hall Station, alight at Footscray Station — 4 stops, 12 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Melbourne Cricket Ground
The 100,000-seat MCG in Yarra Park, served by Jolimont and Richmond stations.
Footscray
The multicultural heart of the west, with Footscray Market and a busy rail hub.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Melbourne Cricket Ground to Footscray?
A typical trip takes about 31 minutes, of which roughly 12 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Melbourne Cricket Ground to Footscray?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is Mernda + Werribee, with 1 transfers.
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