The fastest way from Southbank to Melbourne Cricket Ground takes about 26 min, on line 75, 1, 48, with no transfers; walking adds about 14 min.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 75 towards Vermont South Shopping Centre/Burwood Hwy #75: board at Melbourne Aquarium/Flinders St #2, alight at Jolimont Station-MCG/Wellington Pde #11 — 8 stops, 11 min ride.
- Line 1 towards Bell St/Nicholson St #135: board at Grant St/Sturt St #18, alight at Collins St/Swanston St #11 — 4 stops, 8 min ride.
- Line 48 towards Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd #51: board at Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6, alight at Jolimont Station-MCG/Wellington Pde #11 — 5 stops, 8 min ride.
- Line 58 towards Bell St/Melville Rd #45: board at City Rd/Kings Way #116, alight at Flagstaff Station/William St #7 — 5 stops, 11 min ride.
- Line Hurstbridge towards Hurstbridge Station: board at Flagstaff Station, alight at Jolimont-MCG Station — 3 stops, 7 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Southbank
The arts precinct on the Yarra's south bank, with Arts Centre Melbourne and Crown.
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 Southbank to Melbourne Cricket Ground?
A typical trip takes about 26 minutes, of which roughly 14 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Southbank to Melbourne Cricket Ground?
There is a direct connection — line 75, no transfers.
