Northcote → Southern Cross Station: about 33 min, on line Mernda, Hurstbridge, Lilydale, with 1 transfer, 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 Flinders Street Station: board at Northcote Station, alight at Flinders Street Station — 9 stops, 17 min ride.
- Line Hurstbridge towards Hurstbridge Station: board at Flinders Street Station, alight at Southern Cross Station — 1 stops, 3 min ride.
- Line Lilydale towards Lilydale Station: board at Flinders Street Station, alight at Southern Cross Station — 1 stops, 3 min ride.
- Line 86 towards Waterfront City/Docklands Dr #D11: board at Separation St/High St #33, alight at Spencer St/Bourke St #1 — 27 stops, 40 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Northcote
A northern suburb with High Street's bars and the Northcote Social Club.
Southern Cross Station
The station for regional trains, coaches and the SkyBus to the airport.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Northcote to Southern Cross Station?
A typical trip takes about 33 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 Northcote to Southern Cross Station?
There is a direct connection — line 86, no transfers.
