How to get from Northcote to Balaclava by train?

From Northcote to Balaclava by train

To get from Northcote to Balaclava in Melbourne, take the MERNDA train from Croxton station to Flinders Street station. Next, take the SANDRINGHAM train from Flinders Street station to Balaclava station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

49minA$5.30
Walk to train stationTrain - MERNDA
MERNDA
Train - SANDRINGHAM
SANDRINGHAM
Walk to Balaclava
Leaves from Croxton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Croxton
    450 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - SANDRINGHAMSANDRINGHAM
    Wait for train
    SANDRINGHAM
    Sandringham
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Balaclava
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to Balaclava
    Walk to
    Balaclava
    340 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Northcote to Balaclava by train and tram

To get from Northcote to Balaclava in Melbourne, take the MERNDA train from Croxton station to Flinders Street station. Next, take the 3-3A tram from 13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City) station to 37-Chapel St/Carlisle St (Balaclava) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

56minA$5.30
Walk to train stationTrain - MERNDA
MERNDA
Tram - 3-3A
3-3A
Walk to Balaclava
Leaves from Croxton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Croxton
    450 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19499
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tram - 3-3A3-3A
    Wait for tram
    3-3A
    East Malvern
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    37-Chapel St/Carlisle St (Balaclava)
    ID 18619
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to Balaclava
    Walk to
    Balaclava
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Northcote to Balaclava

The distance between Northcote, Melbourne and Balaclava, Melbourne is approximately 16.72 km, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Northcote to Balaclava by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Northcote

Northcote is located at Northcote, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Leinster Gr/Normanby Ave (Thornbury).

Bus stations close to Northcote:

  • Leinster Gr/Normanby Ave (Thornbury)
  • Mayer Park/Normanby Ave (Thornbury)
  • 101 Normanby Ave (Thornbury)

Public transport stations close to Balaclava, Melbourne

Balaclava is located at Balaclava, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Dickens St/Brighton Rd (St Kilda).

Bus stations close to Balaclava:

  • Dickens St/Brighton Rd (St Kilda)
  • Chapel St/Brighton Rd (Balaclava)
  • Blessington St/Carlisle St (St Kilda)

Related Routes

From Northcote to Balaclava by train and tram

To get from Northcote to Balaclava in Melbourne, take the MERNDA train from Croxton station to Flinders Street station. Next, take the 3-3A tram from 13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City) station to 37-Chapel St/Carlisle St (Balaclava) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

56minA$5.30
Walk to train stationTrain - MERNDA
MERNDA
Tram - 3-3A
3-3A
Walk to Balaclava
Leaves from Croxton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Croxton
    450 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19499
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tram - 3-3A3-3A
    Wait for tram
    3-3A
    East Malvern
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    37-Chapel St/Carlisle St (Balaclava)
    ID 18619
    23 min
  • 7
    Walk to Balaclava
    Walk to
    Balaclava
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Northcote to Balaclava?

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Bus line MERNDA, Bus line SANDRINGHAM.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Northcote to Balaclava?

    The alternative route takes 56 minutes, using Bus line MERNDA, Bus line 3-3A.

  • Is there a direct train between Northcote and Balaclava in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Northcote to Balaclava in Melbourne?

    The MERNDA train line goes from Croxton station near Northcote to City (Flinders Street) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till City (Flinders Street) station near Balaclava in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Northcote to Balaclava in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Northcote and Balaclava in Melbourne by train is about 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Northcote to get to Balaclava in Melbourne?

    Get on the MERNDA train from the Croxton station near Northcote in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Northcote and Balaclava in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the City (Flinders Street) station, which is closest to Balaclava in Melbourne.

  • How much is the train fare from Northcote to Balaclava?

    The ride from Northcote to Balaclava costs A$5.30.

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