How to get from East Melbourne to Fairfield by train and tram?

By train and tram

To get from East Melbourne to Fairfield in Melbourne, take the 109 tram from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (Fitzroy) station to 19-North Richmond Railway Station/Victoria St (Abbotsford) station. Next, take the HURSTBRIDGE train from North Richmond station to Fairfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 22 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

22minA$5.30
Tram - 109
109
Train - HURSTBRIDGE
HURSTBRIDGE
Leaves from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (Fitzroy)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    East Melbourne
  • 2
    Tram - 109109
    Wait for tram
    109
    Box Hill
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    19-North Richmond Railway Station/Victoria St (Abbotsford)
    ID 19381
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Richmond
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - HURSTBRIDGEHURSTBRIDGE
    Wait for train
    HURSTBRIDGE
    Hurstbridge
  • 6
    Ride to train station Fairfield
    Ride to train station
    Fairfield
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train and tram via 12 and HURSTBRIDGE

To get from East Melbourne to Fairfield in Melbourne, take the 12 tram from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (Fitzroy) station to 19-North Richmond Railway Station/Victoria St (Abbotsford) station. Next, take the HURSTBRIDGE train from North Richmond station to Fairfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 22 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

22minA$5.30
Tram - 12
12
Train - HURSTBRIDGE
HURSTBRIDGE
Leaves from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (Fitzroy)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    East Melbourne
  • 2
    Tram - 1212
    Wait for tram
    12
    Victoria Gardens
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    19-North Richmond Railway Station/Victoria St (Abbotsford)
    ID 19381
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Richmond
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - HURSTBRIDGEHURSTBRIDGE
    Wait for train
    HURSTBRIDGE
    Hurstbridge
  • 6
    Ride to train station Fairfield
    Ride to train station
    Fairfield
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from East Melbourne to Fairfield

The distance between East Melbourne, Melbourne and Fairfield, Melbourne is approximately 6.52 km, which can typically be travelled in 22 min. Moovit will show you the directions from East Melbourne to Fairfield 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 East Melbourne

East Melbourne is located at East Melbourne, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne).

Bus stations close to East Melbourne:

  • Exhibition St/Lonsdale St (Melbourne City)
  • Spring St/Lonsdale St (Melbourne City)
  • Little Lonsdale St/Exhibition St (Melbourne City)

Public transport stations close to Fairfield, Melbourne

Fairfield is located at Fairfield, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Fairfield Railway Station/Wingrove St (Fairfield).

Train stations close to Fairfield:

  • Fairfield
  • Dennis
  • Alphington

Bus stations close to Fairfield:

  • Fairfield Railway Station/Wingrove St (Fairfield)
  • Fairfield Railway Station/Station St (Fairfield)
  • Clarke St/Rathmines St (Northcote)

Related Routes

Alternative route by train and tram via 12 and HURSTBRIDGE

To get from East Melbourne to Fairfield in Melbourne, take the 12 tram from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (Fitzroy) station to 19-North Richmond Railway Station/Victoria St (Abbotsford) station. Next, take the HURSTBRIDGE train from North Richmond station to Fairfield station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 22 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

22minA$5.30
Tram - 12
12
Train - HURSTBRIDGE
HURSTBRIDGE
Leaves from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (Fitzroy)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    East Melbourne
  • 2
    Tram - 1212
    Wait for tram
    12
    Victoria Gardens
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    19-North Richmond Railway Station/Victoria St (Abbotsford)
    ID 19381
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Richmond
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - HURSTBRIDGEHURSTBRIDGE
    Wait for train
    HURSTBRIDGE
    Hurstbridge
  • 6
    Ride to train station Fairfield
    Ride to train station
    Fairfield
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from East Melbourne to Fairfield?

    The fastest way takes 22 minutes, using Bus line 109, Bus line HURSTBRIDGE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from East Melbourne to Fairfield?

    The alternative route takes 22 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line HURSTBRIDGE.

  • Is there a direct tram between East Melbourne and Fairfield in Melbourne?

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

  • Which tram line goes from East Melbourne to Fairfield in Melbourne?

    The 109 tram line goes from Box Hill station near East Melbourne to 19-North Richmond Railway Station/Victoria St (Abbotsford) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till 19-North Richmond Railway Station/Victoria St (Abbotsford) station near Fairfield in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between East Melbourne and Fairfield in Melbourne by tram and train is about 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the tram near East Melbourne to get to Fairfield in Melbourne?

    Get on the 109 tram from the Box Hill station near East Melbourne in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the tram when travelling between East Melbourne and Fairfield in Melbourne?

    Get off the tram at the 19-North Richmond Railway Station/Victoria St (Abbotsford) station, which is closest to Fairfield in Melbourne.

  • When is the last bus from East Melbourne to Fairfield in Melbourne?

    The last bus from East Melbourne to Fairfield in Melbourne is the La Trobe University - City (Queen St) line. It leaves the St Vincent's Hospital/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne) stop at 19:18.

  • When is the first train from East Melbourne to Fairfield in Melbourne?

    The first train from East Melbourne to Fairfield in Melbourne is Hurstbridge - City (Flinders Street). It leaves the Parliament station at 00:28.

  • How much is the tram fare from East Melbourne to Fairfield?

    The ride from East Melbourne to Fairfield costs A$5.30.

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