How to get from Prahran to Croydon by train and tram?

From Prahran to Croydon by train and tram

To get from Prahran to Croydon in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one tram line and 2 train lines: take the 5 tram from 38-Orrong Rd/Dandenong Rd (Armadale) station to 13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LILYDALE train and finally take the LILYDALE train from Ringwood station to Croydon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

116minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 5
5
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Walk to Croydon
Leaves from 38-Orrong Rd/Dandenong Rd (Armadale)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    38-Orrong Rd/Dandenong Rd (Armadale)
    ID 18443
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Tram - 55
    Wait for tram
    5
    Melbourne University
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19685
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Flinders Street
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ringwood
    51 min
  • 7
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Croydon
    15 min
  • 9
    Walk to Croydon
    Walk to
    Croydon
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Prahran to Croydon by train

To get from Prahran to Croydon in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the FRANKSTON train from Toorak station to Richmond station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LILYDALE train and finally take the LILYDALE train from Ringwood station to Croydon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

94minA$5.30
Walk to train stationTrain - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Walk to Croydon
Leaves from Toorak

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Toorak
    1.21 km • 16 min
  • 2
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Richmond
    7 min
  • 4
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ringwood
    38 min
  • 6
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Croydon
    15 min
  • 8
    Walk to Croydon
    Walk to
    Croydon
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Prahran to Croydon

The distance between Prahran, Melbourne and Croydon, Melbourne is approximately 41.47 km, which can typically be travelled in 116 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Prahran to Croydon by train and tram, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Prahran

Prahran is located at Prahran, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Barnato Gr/Orrong Rd (Armadale).

Bus stations close to Prahran:

  • Barnato Gr/Orrong Rd (Armadale)
  • Dandenong Rd/Orrong Rd (Armadale)
  • Alma Rd/Orrong Rd (St Kilda East)

Public transport stations close to Croydon, Melbourne

Croydon is located at Croydon, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Mt Dandenong Rd/Main St (Croydon).

Train stations close to Croydon:

  • Croydon
  • Ringwood East
  • Mooroolbark

Bus stations close to Croydon:

  • Mt Dandenong Rd/Main St (Croydon)
  • Main St/Devon St (Croydon)
  • Anzac St/Mt Dandenong Rd (Croydon)

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From Prahran to Croydon by train

To get from Prahran to Croydon in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the FRANKSTON train from Toorak station to Richmond station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LILYDALE train and finally take the LILYDALE train from Ringwood station to Croydon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 34 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

94minA$5.30
Walk to train stationTrain - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Walk to Croydon
Leaves from Toorak

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Toorak
    1.21 km • 16 min
  • 2
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Richmond
    7 min
  • 4
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ringwood
    38 min
  • 6
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 7
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Croydon
    15 min
  • 8
    Walk to Croydon
    Walk to
    Croydon
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Prahran to Croydon?

    The fastest way takes 116 minutes, using Bus line 5, Bus line LILYDALE, Bus line LILYDALE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Prahran to Croydon?

    The alternative route takes 94 minutes, using Bus line FRANKSTON, Bus line LILYDALE, Bus line LILYDALE.

  • Is there a direct tram between Prahran and Croydon in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one tram line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 56 min.

  • Which tram line goes from Prahran to Croydon in Melbourne?

    The 5 tram line goes from 38-Orrong Rd/Dandenong Rd (Armadale) station near Prahran to Melbourne University station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Melbourne University station near Croydon in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Prahran to Croydon in Melbourne by tram and train?

    The total travel time between Prahran and Croydon in Melbourne by tram and train is about 1 hr 56 min.

  • Where do I get on the tram near Prahran to get to Croydon in Melbourne?

    Get on the 5 tram from the 38-Orrong Rd/Dandenong Rd (Armadale) station near Prahran in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the tram when travelling between Prahran and Croydon in Melbourne?

    Get off the tram at the Melbourne University station, which is closest to Croydon in Melbourne.

  • How much is the tram fare from Prahran to Croydon?

    The ride from Prahran to Croydon costs A$5.30.

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