Melbourne CBD → Southern Cross Station: about 11 min, on line 86, 96, Mernda, with no transfers, plus about 4 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 86 towards Waterfront City/Docklands Dr #D11: board at Elizabeth St/Bourke St #5, alight at Spencer St/Bourke St #1 — 3 stops, 7 min ride.
- Line 96 towards Belford St/Acland St #139: board at Elizabeth St/Bourke St #5, alight at Spencer St/Bourke St #1 — 3 stops, 7 min ride.
- Line Mernda towards Mernda Station: board at Flinders Street Station, alight at Southern Cross Station — 1 stops, 3 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Melbourne CBD
The grid of the Hoddle plan, with laneways, arcades, Bourke Street Mall and the free tram zone.
Southern Cross Station
The station for regional trains, coaches and the SkyBus to the airport.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Melbourne CBD to Southern Cross Station?
A typical trip takes about 11 minutes, of which roughly 4 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Melbourne CBD to Southern Cross Station?
There is a direct connection — line 86, 96, Mernda, no transfers.
From Melbourne CBD onward
