Plan about 38 min for the trip from Northcote to Melbourne Central, on line Mernda, Lilydale, 86, with 1 transfer, and about 11 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line Mernda towards Flinders Street Station: board at Northcote Station, alight at Flinders Street Station — 9 stops, 18 min ride.
- Line Lilydale towards Lilydale Station: board at Flinders Street Station, alight at Melbourne Central Station — 3 stops, 7 min ride.
- Line 86 towards Waterfront City/Docklands Dr #D11: board at Separation St/High St #33, alight at Swanston St/Bourke St #6 — 23 stops, 32 min ride.
- Line Frankston towards Flinders Street Station: board at Parliament Station, alight at Melbourne Central Station — 1 stops, 2 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Northcote
A northern suburb with High Street's bars and the Northcote Social Club.
Melbourne Central
The underground City Loop station beneath the Melbourne Central shopping centre.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Northcote to Melbourne Central?
A typical trip takes about 38 minutes, of which roughly 11 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Northcote to Melbourne Central?
There is a direct connection — line 86, no transfers.