Getting from South Melbourne to Melbourne Cricket Ground takes about 26 min by public transport, on line 96, Hurstbridge, Mernda, with 1 transfer, with about 5 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 96 towards Blyth St/Nicholson St #23: board at South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127, alight at Southern Cross Railway Station/Spencer St #122 — 5 stops, 8 min ride.
- Line Hurstbridge towards Hurstbridge Station: board at Southern Cross Station, alight at Jolimont-MCG Station — 4 stops, 9 min ride.
- Line Mernda towards Mernda Station: board at Southern Cross Station, alight at Jolimont-MCG Station — 4 stops, 9 min ride.
- Line 75 towards Vermont South Shopping Centre/Burwood Hwy #75: board at Spencer St/Flinders St #1, alight at Jolimont Station-MCG/Wellington Pde #11 — 9 stops, 14 min ride.
About the origin and destination
South Melbourne
An inner suburb with South Melbourne Market and Albert Park Lake nearby.
Melbourne Cricket Ground
The 100,000-seat MCG in Yarra Park, served by Jolimont and Richmond stations.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from South Melbourne to Melbourne Cricket Ground?
A typical trip takes about 26 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 South Melbourne to Melbourne Cricket Ground?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is 96 + Hurstbridge, with 1 transfers.
From South Melbourne onward
