From Richmond to University of Melbourne the trip by public transport takes about 34 min, on line 48, 3, 75, with 1 transfer, plus about 5 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 48 towards Victoria Harbour Docklands/Collins St #D18: board at Coppin St/Bridge Rd #20, alight at Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6 — 12 stops, 17 min ride.
- Line 3 towards Melbourne University/Swanston St #1: board at Collins St/Swanston St #11, alight at Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 — 6 stops, 11 min ride.
- Line 75 towards Central Pier/Harbour Esp #D2: board at Richmond Town Hall/Bridge Rd #19, alight at Flinders Street Station/Swanston St #5 — 11 stops, 13 min ride.
- Line 5 towards Melbourne University/Swanston St #1: board at Flinders Street Station/Swanston St #13, alight at Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 — 7 stops, 13 min ride.
- Line 72 towards Melbourne University/Swanston St #1: board at Flinders Street Station/Swanston St #13, alight at Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 — 7 stops, 13 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Richmond
An inner suburb next to the MCG, with Vietnamese Victoria Street and Bridge Road.
University of Melbourne
The Parkville campus, served by the tram terminus on Swanston Street.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Richmond to University of Melbourne?
A typical trip takes about 34 minutes, of which roughly 5 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Richmond to University of Melbourne?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is 48 + 3, with 1 transfers.