Melbourne Central → Collingwood: about 19 min, on line Mernda, Hurstbridge, 302, with no transfers, plus about 10 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line Mernda towards Mernda Station: board at Melbourne Central Station, alight at Collingwood Station — 5 stops, 9 min ride.
- Line Hurstbridge towards Hurstbridge Station: board at Melbourne Central Station, alight at Collingwood Station — 5 stops, 9 min ride.
- Line 302 towards Box Hill Bus Station/Station St: board at Swanston St/Lonsdale St, alight at Gipps St/Hoddle St — 7 stops, 13 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Melbourne Central
The underground City Loop station beneath the Melbourne Central shopping centre.
Collingwood
A former industrial suburb with Smith Street's cafés and warehouse venues.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Melbourne Central to Collingwood?
A typical trip takes about 19 minutes, of which roughly 10 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Melbourne Central to Collingwood?
There is a direct connection — line Mernda, Hurstbridge, 302, no transfers.
From Melbourne Central onward
