The fastest way from Northcote to The Alfred takes about 45 min, on line Mernda, 246, 86, with 1 transfer; walking adds about 16 min.
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 West Richmond Station — 7 stops, 13 min ride.
- Line 246 towards Elsternwick Station/Horne St: board at West Richmond Railway Station/Hoddle St, alight at Commercial Rd/Punt Rd — 10 stops, 15 min ride.
- Line 86 towards Waterfront City/Docklands Dr #D11: board at Mitchell St/High St #32, alight at Clifton Hill Interchange/Queens Pde #25 — 5 stops, 8 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Northcote
A northern suburb with High Street's bars and the Northcote Social Club.
The Alfred
The major hospital on Commercial Road in Prahran, with a tram and bus stop at its door.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Northcote to The Alfred?
A typical trip takes about 45 minutes, of which roughly 16 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Northcote to The Alfred?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is Mernda + 246, with 1 transfers.
