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How to get from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal by bus and train?

From Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal by bus and train

To get from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal in Melbourne, take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Footscray station to Caroline Springs station. Next, take the 460 bus from Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd (Ravenhall) station to Caroline Springs Library/Caroline Springs Bvd (Caroline Springs) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is A$5.30. The bus and train schedule from Footscray may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Caroline Springs - Bal on the Moovit app.

38minA$5.30
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Bus - 460
460
Leaves from Footscray

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Footscray
  • 2
    Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Ararat
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Caroline Springs
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd (Ravenhall)
    ID 51389
    220 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 460460
    Wait for bus
    460
    Watergardens Railway Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station Caroline Springs Library/Caroline Springs Bvd (Caroline Springs)
    Ride to bus station
    Caroline Springs Library/Caroline Springs Bvd (Caroline Springs)
    ID 22750
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal by bus and train via ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT and 462

To get from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal in Melbourne, take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Footscray station to Caroline Springs station. Next, take the 462 bus from Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd (Ravenhall) station to Creekside College/The Crossing (Caroline Springs) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is A$5.30. The bus and train schedule from Footscray may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Caroline Springs - Bal on the Moovit app.

56minA$5.30
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Bus - 462
462
Walk to Caroline Springs - Bal
Leaves from Footscray

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Footscray
  • 2
    Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Ararat
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Caroline Springs
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd (Ravenhall)
    ID 27854
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 462462
    Wait for bus
    462
    Watergardens
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Creekside College/The Crossing (Caroline Springs)
    ID 46048
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to Caroline Springs - Bal
    Walk to
    Caroline Springs - Bal
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal

The distance between Footscray, Melbourne and Caroline Springs - Bal, Melbourne is approximately 20.06 km, which can typically be travelled in 38 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal

To check the bus and train schedule from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Footscray) and destination (Caroline Springs - Bal), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Alternative route from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal by bus and train via ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT and 462

To get from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal in Melbourne, take the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from Footscray station to Caroline Springs station. Next, take the 462 bus from Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd (Ravenhall) station to Creekside College/The Crossing (Caroline Springs) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 56 min. The ride fare is A$5.30. The bus and train schedule from Footscray may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Caroline Springs - Bal on the Moovit app.

56minA$5.30
Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
Bus - 462
462
Walk to Caroline Springs - Bal
Leaves from Footscray

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Footscray
  • 2
    Train - ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARATARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Wait for train
    ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT
    Ararat
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Caroline Springs
    16 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd (Ravenhall)
    ID 27854
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 462462
    Wait for bus
    462
    Watergardens
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Creekside College/The Crossing (Caroline Springs)
    ID 46048
    11 min
  • 7
    Walk to Caroline Springs - Bal
    Walk to
    Caroline Springs - Bal
    370 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal?

    The fastest way takes 38 minutes, using Train line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT, Bus line 460.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal?

    The alternative route takes 56 minutes, using Train line ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT, Bus line 462.

  • Is there a direct train between Footscray and Caroline Springs - Bal?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 38 min.

  • Which train line goes from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal?

    The ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train line goes from Ararat station near Footscray in Footscray to Caroline Springs station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Caroline Springs station near Caroline Springs - Bal in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Footscray in Footscray and Caroline Springs - Bal in Melbourne by train and bus is about 38 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Footscray to get to Caroline Springs - Bal?

    Get on the ARARAT - MELBOURNE VIA BALLARAT train from the Ararat station near Footscray in Footscray.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Footscray and Caroline Springs - Bal?

    Get off the train at the Caroline Springs stop, which is closest to Caroline Springs - Bal in Melbourne.

  • When is the first train from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal?

    The first train from Footscray in Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal in Melbourne is Ballarat-Wendouree - Melbourne via Melton. It leaves the Footscray station at 17:23.

  • How much is the train fare from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal?

    The ride from Footscray to Caroline Springs - Bal costs A$5.30.