How to get from Southern Cross Station to Federation Square by train?

From Southern Cross Station to Federation Square by train

Take one direct train from Southern Cross Station to Federation Square in Melbourne: take the LILYDALE train from Southern Cross Railway Station station to Degraves St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 9 min. The train schedule from Southern Cross Station may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Federation Square on the Moovit app.

9min
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Walk to Federation Square
Leaves from Southern Cross Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Southern Cross Station
    Spencer St.
  • 2
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Flinders Street Via City Loop
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Degraves St
    ID vic:rail:FSS
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to Federation Square
    Walk to
    Federation Square
    Swanston St
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Southern Cross Station to Federation Square

The distance between Southern Cross Station, Melbourne and Federation Square, Melbourne is approximately 1.6 km, which can typically be travelled in 9 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Southern Cross Station to Federation Square by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train timetable from Southern Cross Station to Federation Square

To check the train timetable from Southern Cross Station to Federation Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Southern Cross Station) and destination (Federation Square), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Southern Cross Station to Federation Square?

    The fastest way takes 9 minutes, using Train line LILYDALE.

  • Is there a direct train between Southern Cross Station and Federation Square?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from Southern Cross Station in Docklands to Federation Square in Melbourne in 9 min.

  • Which train line goes from Southern Cross Station to Federation Square?

    The LILYDALE train line goes from Degraves St station near Southern Cross Station in Docklands to Federation Square station near Federation Square in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Southern Cross Station to Federation Square by train?

    The total travel time between Southern Cross Station in Docklands and Federation Square in Melbourne by train is about 9 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Southern Cross Station to get to Federation Square?

    Get on the LILYDALE train from the Degraves St station near Southern Cross Station in Docklands.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Southern Cross Station and Federation Square?

    Get off the train at the Federation Square station, which is closest to Federation Square in Melbourne.

  • When is the last train from Southern Cross Station to Federation Square?

    The last train from Southern Cross Station in Docklands to Federation Square in Melbourne is the Frankston - City line. It leaves the Southern Cross Railway Station station at 09:46.

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