Plan about 14 min for the trip from South Melbourne to Southern Cross Station, on line 96, with no transfers, and about 6 min of walking.
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, 9 min ride.
About the origin and destination
South Melbourne
An inner suburb with South Melbourne Market and Albert Park Lake nearby.
Southern Cross Station
The station for regional trains, coaches and the SkyBus to the airport.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from South Melbourne to Southern Cross Station?
A typical trip takes about 14 minutes, of which roughly 6 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from South Melbourne to Southern Cross Station?
There is a direct connection — line 96, no transfers.
From South Melbourne onward
