Getting from Melbourne Central to Richmond takes about 20 min by public transport, on line Glen Waverley, Lilydale, Mernda, with no transfers, with about 14 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line Glen Waverley towards Glen Waverley Station: board at Melbourne Central Station, alight at East Richmond Station — 3 stops, 8 min ride.
- Line Lilydale towards Lilydale Station: board at Melbourne Central Station, alight at Burnley Station — 3 stops, 9 min ride.
- Line Mernda towards Mernda Station: board at Melbourne Central Station, alight at Jolimont-MCG Station — 2 stops, 5 min ride.
- Line 75 towards Vermont South Shopping Centre/Burwood Hwy #75: board at Jolimont Station-MCG/Wellington Pde #11, alight at Richmond Town Hall/Bridge Rd #19 — 6 stops, 7 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Melbourne Central
The underground City Loop station beneath the Melbourne Central shopping centre.
Richmond
An inner suburb next to the MCG, with Vietnamese Victoria Street and Bridge Road.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Melbourne Central to Richmond?
A typical trip takes about 20 minutes, of which roughly 14 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Melbourne Central to Richmond?
There is a direct connection — line Glen Waverley, Lilydale, no transfers.
From Melbourne Central onward
