How to get from Ardeer to Footscray by bus and train?

From Ardeer to Footscray by bus and train

To get from Ardeer to Footscray in Melbourne, take the 426 bus from Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer) station to Albion Station/Sydney St (Albion) station. Next, take the SUNBURY train from Albion station to Footscray station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 21 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

21minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 426
426
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Leaves from Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer)
    ID 1433
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 426426
    Wait for bus
    426
    Sunshine Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Albion Station/Sydney St (Albion)
    ID 1698
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Albion
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station Footscray
    Ride to train station
    Footscray
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Ardeer to Footscray by bus

To get from Ardeer to Footscray in Melbourne, take the 426 bus from Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer) station to Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine) station. Next, take the 216 bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine) station to Footscray Station/Irving St (Footscray) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

42minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 426
426
Bus - 216
216
Walk to Footscray
Leaves from Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer)
    ID 1433
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 426426
    Wait for bus
    426
    Sunshine Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine)
    ID 18762
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine)
    ID 18765
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 216216
    Wait for bus
    216
    City (Queen St)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Footscray Station/Irving St (Footscray)
    ID 21169
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to Footscray
    Walk to
    Footscray
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ardeer to Footscray

The distance between Ardeer, Melbourne and Footscray, Melbourne is approximately 9.87 km, which can typically be travelled in 21 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ardeer to Footscray by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Ardeer

Ardeer is located at Ardeer, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer).

Train stations close to Ardeer:

  • Albion
  • Deer Park
  • Sunshine

Bus stations close to Ardeer:

  • Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer)
  • Chatsworth Ave/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer)
  • Carrington Dr/Ballarat Rd (Albion)

Public transport stations close to Footscray, Melbourne

Footscray is located at Footscray, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Footscray.

Train stations close to Footscray:

  • Footscray

Bus stations close to Footscray:

  • Footscray Station/Irving St (Footscray)
  • Leeds St/Paisley St (Footscray)
  • Hopkins St/Leeds St (Footscray)

Related Routes

From Ardeer to Footscray by bus

To get from Ardeer to Footscray in Melbourne, take the 426 bus from Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer) station to Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine) station. Next, take the 216 bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine) station to Footscray Station/Irving St (Footscray) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

42minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 426
426
Bus - 216
216
Walk to Footscray
Leaves from Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer)
    ID 1433
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 426426
    Wait for bus
    426
    Sunshine Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine)
    ID 18762
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine)
    ID 18765
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 216216
    Wait for bus
    216
    City (Queen St)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Footscray Station/Irving St (Footscray)
    ID 21169
    20 min
  • 7
    Walk to Footscray
    Walk to
    Footscray
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ardeer to Footscray?

    The fastest way takes 21 minutes, using Bus line 426, Bus line SUNBURY.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ardeer to Footscray?

    The alternative route takes 42 minutes, using Bus line 426, Bus line 216.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ardeer and Footscray in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ardeer to Footscray in Melbourne?

    The 426 bus line goes from Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer) station near Ardeer to Sunshine Station station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Sunshine Station station near Footscray in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Ardeer to Footscray in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Ardeer and Footscray in Melbourne by bus and train is about 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ardeer to get to Footscray in Melbourne?

    Get on the 426 bus from the Sunshine Motor Inn/Ballarat Rd (Ardeer) stop near Ardeer in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ardeer and Footscray in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Sunshine Station station, which is closest to Footscray in Melbourne.

  • When is the first train from Ardeer to Footscray in Melbourne?

    The first train from Ardeer to Footscray in Melbourne is Ballarat-Wendouree - Melbourne via Melton. It leaves the Ardeer station at 15:26.

  • How much is the bus fare from Ardeer to Footscray?

    The ride from Ardeer to Footscray costs A$5.30.