Plan about 17 min for the trip from Melbourne Cricket Ground to Southbank, on line Hurstbridge, Mernda, with no transfers, and about 15 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line Hurstbridge towards Flinders Street Station: board at Jolimont-MCG Station, alight at Flinders Street Station — 1 stops, 3 min ride.
- Line Mernda towards Flinders Street Station: board at Jolimont-MCG Station, alight at Flinders Street Station — 1 stops, 3 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Melbourne Cricket Ground
The 100,000-seat MCG in Yarra Park, served by Jolimont and Richmond stations.
Southbank
The arts precinct on the Yarra's south bank, with Arts Centre Melbourne and Crown.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Melbourne Cricket Ground to Southbank?
A typical trip takes about 17 minutes, of which roughly 15 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Melbourne Cricket Ground to Southbank?
There is a direct connection — line Hurstbridge, Mernda, no transfers.
From Melbourne Cricket Ground onward
