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How to get from South Melbourne to Alexandra by bus and train?

From South Melbourne to Alexandra by bus and train

To get from South Melbourne to Alexandra in Melbourne, take the LILYDALE train from Southern Cross station to Ringwood station. Next, take the 684 bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station to Perkins St/Grant St (Alexandra) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 22 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

202minA$8.54
Walk to train stationTrain - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Bus - 684
684
Leaves from Southern Cross

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    1.69 km • 22 min
  • 2
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ringwood
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood)
    ID 49468
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 684684
    Wait for bus
    684
    Eildon
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Perkins St/Grant St (Alexandra)
    Ride to bus station
    Perkins St/Grant St (Alexandra)
    ID 22091
    117 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from South Melbourne to Alexandra by bus and train via BELGRAVE and 684

To get from South Melbourne to Alexandra in Melbourne, take the BELGRAVE train from Southern Cross station to Ringwood station. Next, take the 684 bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station to Perkins St/Grant St (Alexandra) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 37 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

217minA$8.54
Walk to train stationTrain - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Bus - 684
684
Leaves from Southern Cross

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    1.69 km • 22 min
  • 2
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    Belgrave
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ringwood
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood)
    ID 49468
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 684684
    Wait for bus
    684
    Eildon
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Perkins St/Grant St (Alexandra)
    Ride to bus station
    Perkins St/Grant St (Alexandra)
    ID 22091
    117 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from South Melbourne to Alexandra

The distance between South Melbourne, Melbourne and Alexandra, Melbourne is approximately 141.82 km, which can typically be travelled in 202 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South Melbourne to Alexandra by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to South Melbourne

South Melbourne is located at South Melbourne, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 126-Montague St/Light Rail (South Melbourne).

Bus stations close to South Melbourne:

  • Montague St/Normanby Rd (South Melbourne)
  • Port Melbourne Cricket Ground/Williamstown Rd (Port Melbourne)
  • Johnston St/Normanby Rd (Port Melbourne)

Public transport stations close to Alexandra, Melbourne

Alexandra is located at Alexandra, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Perkins St/Grant St (Alexandra).

Bus stations close to Alexandra:

  • Perkins St/Grant St (Alexandra)
  • Bayley St/Nihil St (Alexandra)

Alternative route from South Melbourne to Alexandra by bus and train via BELGRAVE and 684

To get from South Melbourne to Alexandra in Melbourne, take the BELGRAVE train from Southern Cross station to Ringwood station. Next, take the 684 bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood) station to Perkins St/Grant St (Alexandra) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 37 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

217minA$8.54
Walk to train stationTrain - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Bus - 684
684
Leaves from Southern Cross

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    1.69 km • 22 min
  • 2
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    Belgrave
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ringwood
    44 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy (Ringwood)
    ID 49468
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 684684
    Wait for bus
    684
    Eildon
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Perkins St/Grant St (Alexandra)
    Ride to bus station
    Perkins St/Grant St (Alexandra)
    ID 22091
    117 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Alexandra?

    The fastest way takes 202 minutes, using Bus line LILYDALE, Bus line 684.

  • What is the alternative route to get from South Melbourne to Alexandra?

    The alternative route takes 217 minutes, using Bus line BELGRAVE, Bus line 684.

  • Is there a direct train between South Melbourne and Alexandra in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 22 min.

  • Which train line goes from South Melbourne to Alexandra in Melbourne?

    The LILYDALE train line goes from Southern Cross station near South Melbourne to Lilydale station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Lilydale station near Alexandra in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from South Melbourne to Alexandra in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between South Melbourne and Alexandra in Melbourne by train and bus is about 3 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near South Melbourne to get to Alexandra in Melbourne?

    Get on the LILYDALE train from the Southern Cross station near South Melbourne in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between South Melbourne and Alexandra in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Lilydale stop, which is closest to Alexandra in Melbourne.

  • How much is the train fare from South Melbourne to Alexandra?

    The ride from South Melbourne to Alexandra costs A$8.54.

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