Plan about 22 min for the trip from Southbank to The Alfred, on line 72, 16, with no transfers, and about 11 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 72 towards Cotham Rd/Burke Rd #70: board at Arts Precinct/St Kilda Rd #14, alight at Alfred Hospital/Commercial Rd #26 — 8 stops, 12 min ride.
- Line 16 towards Cotham Rd/Glenferrie Rd #80: board at Grant St-Police Memorial/St Kilda Rd #17, alight at Commercial Rd/St Kilda Rd #25 — 6 stops, 9 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Southbank
The arts precinct on the Yarra's south bank, with Arts Centre Melbourne and Crown.
The Alfred
The major hospital on Commercial Road in Prahran, with a tram and bus stop at its door.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Southbank to The Alfred?
A typical trip takes about 22 minutes, of which roughly 11 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Southbank to The Alfred?
There is a direct connection — line 72, 16, no transfers.
