How to get from Cowes to Federation Square by bus and train?

From Cowes to Federation Square by bus and train

To get from Cowes to Federation Square in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the COACH bus from Cape Woolamai/Phillip Island Rd station to Dandenong Station/Foster St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PAKENHAM train and finally take the SANDRINGHAM train from South Yarra Station station to Degraves St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 44 min. The ride fare is A$15.82. The bus and train schedule from Cowes may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Federation Square on the Moovit app.

164minA$15.82
Walk to bus stationBus - COACH
COACH
Train - PAKENHAM
PAKENHAM
Train - SANDRINGHAM
SANDRINGHAM
Walk to Federation Square
Leaves from Cape Woolamai/Phillip Island Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cape Woolamai/Phillip Island Rd
    ID 38001
    210 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - COACHCOACH
    Wait for bus
    COACH
    Dandenong Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Dandenong Station/Foster St
    ID 20018
    101 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Dandenong Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:DNG
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - PAKENHAMPAKENHAM
    Wait for train
    PAKENHAM
    South Yarra
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    South Yarra Station
    ID vic:rail:SYR
    37 min
  • 7
    Train - SANDRINGHAMSANDRINGHAM
    Wait for train
    SANDRINGHAM
    Werribee Via Flinders Street
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Degraves St
    ID vic:rail:FSS
    7 min
  • 9
    Walk to Federation Square
    Walk to
    Federation Square
    Swanston St
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in Melbourne.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transport directions from Cowes to Federation Square

The distance between Cowes, Melbourne and Federation Square, Melbourne is approximately 129.02 km, which can typically be travelled in 164 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cowes to Federation Square 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 timetable from Cowes to Federation Square

To check the bus and train timetable from Cowes to Federation Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cowes) and destination (Federation Square), 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

Related Routes

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Cowes to Federation Square?

    The fastest way takes 164 minutes, using Bus line COACH, Train line PAKENHAM, Train line SANDRINGHAM.

  • Is there a direct bus between Cowes and Federation Square in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Cowes to Federation Square in Melbourne?

    The COACH bus line goes from Cape Woolamai/Phillip Island Rd station near Cowes to Dandenong Station/Foster St station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Dandenong Station/Foster St station near Federation Square in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Cowes to Federation Square in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Cowes and Federation Square in Melbourne by bus and train is about 2 hr 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Cowes to get to Federation Square in Melbourne?

    Get on the COACH bus from the Cape Woolamai/Phillip Island Rd stop near Cowes in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Cowes and Federation Square in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Dandenong Station/Foster St station, which is closest to Federation Square in Melbourne.

  • How much is the bus fare from Cowes to Federation Square?

    The ride from Cowes to Federation Square costs A$15.82.

Popular Routes