Getting from Melbourne Central to Prahran takes about 36 min by public transport, on line 6, Lilydale, 603, with no transfers, with about 6 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 6 towards Malvern Rd/High St #53: board at RMIT University/Swanston St #7, alight at Lewisham Rd/High St #34 — 21 stops, 30 min ride.
- Line Lilydale towards Lilydale Station: board at Melbourne Central Station, alight at Burnley Station — 3 stops, 9 min ride.
- Line 603 towards Brighton Beach Station/South Rd: board at Burnley Station/Burnley St, alight at Wrights Tce/Williams Rd — 7 stops, 14 min ride.
- Line Upfield towards Flinders Street Station: board at Melbourne Central Station, alight at Flinders Street Station — 2 stops, 5 min ride.
- Line Frankston towards Frankston Station: board at Flinders Street Station, alight at Hawksburn Station — 3 stops, 9 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Melbourne Central
The underground City Loop station beneath the Melbourne Central shopping centre.
Prahran
A lively inner suburb with Prahran Market and the southern end of Chapel Street.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Melbourne Central to Prahran?
A typical trip takes about 36 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 Central to Prahran?
There is a direct connection — line 6, no transfers.
From Melbourne Central onward
