Getting from South Melbourne to University of Melbourne takes about 34 min by public transport, on line 1, 96, 72, with no transfers, with about 7 min on foot.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 1 towards Bell St/Nicholson St #135: board at Cecil St/Park St #25, alight at Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 — 16 stops, 27 min ride.
- Line 96 towards Blyth St/Nicholson St #23: board at South Melbourne Station/Light Rail #127, alight at Swanston St/Bourke St #6 — 10 stops, 17 min ride.
- Line 72 towards Melbourne University/Swanston St #1: board at Bourke Street Mall/Swanston St #10, alight at Melbourne University/Swanston St #1 — 5 stops, 9 min ride.
About the origin and destination
South Melbourne
An inner suburb with South Melbourne Market and Albert Park Lake nearby.
University of Melbourne
The Parkville campus, served by the tram terminus on Swanston Street.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from South Melbourne to University of Melbourne?
A typical trip takes about 34 minutes, of which roughly 7 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from South Melbourne to University of Melbourne?
There is a direct connection — line 1, no transfers.
From South Melbourne onward
