How to get from Balwyn to Footscray by train and tram?

From Balwyn to Footscray by train and tram

To get from Balwyn to Footscray in Melbourne, take the 109 tram from 43-Deepdene Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd (Balwyn) station to 1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the SUNBURY train from Southern Cross station to Footscray station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

52minA$5.30
Tram - 109
109
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Leaves from 43-Deepdene Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd (Balwyn)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Balwyn
  • 2
    Tram - 109109
    Wait for tram
    109
    Port Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17905
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Sunbury
  • 6
    Ride to train station Footscray
    Ride to train station
    Footscray
    7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Balwyn to Footscray by train and tram via 109 and WERRIBEE

To get from Balwyn to Footscray in Melbourne, take the 109 tram from 43-Deepdene Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd (Balwyn) station to 1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the WERRIBEE train from Southern Cross station to Footscray station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

58minA$5.30
Tram - 109
109
Train - WERRIBEE
WERRIBEE
Leaves from 43-Deepdene Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd (Balwyn)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Balwyn
  • 2
    Tram - 109109
    Wait for tram
    109
    Port Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17905
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - WERRIBEEWERRIBEE
    Wait for train
    WERRIBEE
    Werribee
  • 6
    Ride to train station Footscray
    Ride to train station
    Footscray
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Balwyn to Footscray

The distance between Balwyn, Melbourne and Footscray, Melbourne is approximately 16.07 km, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Balwyn to Footscray 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 Balwyn

Balwyn is located at Balwyn, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 43-Deepdene Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd (Balwyn).

Bus stations close to Balwyn:

  • Heather Gr/Burke Rd (Kew)
  • Argyle Rd/Burke Rd (Kew)
  • Burke Rd/Cotham Rd (Kew)

Public transport stations close to Footscray, Melbourne

Footscray is located at Footscray, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Nicholson St/Paisley St (Footscray).

Train stations close to Footscray:

  • Footscray

Bus stations close to Footscray:

  • Nicholson St/Paisley St (Footscray)
  • Hopkins St/Leeds St (Footscray)
  • Leeds St/Paisley St (Footscray)

Related Routes

Alternative route from Balwyn to Footscray by train and tram via 109 and WERRIBEE

To get from Balwyn to Footscray in Melbourne, take the 109 tram from 43-Deepdene Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd (Balwyn) station to 1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the WERRIBEE train from Southern Cross station to Footscray station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 58 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

58minA$5.30
Tram - 109
109
Train - WERRIBEE
WERRIBEE
Leaves from 43-Deepdene Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd (Balwyn)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Balwyn
  • 2
    Tram - 109109
    Wait for tram
    109
    Port Melbourne
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17905
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - WERRIBEEWERRIBEE
    Wait for train
    WERRIBEE
    Werribee
  • 6
    Ride to train station Footscray
    Ride to train station
    Footscray
    9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 109, Bus line SUNBURY.

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

    The alternative route takes 58 minutes, using Bus line 109, Bus line WERRIBEE.

  • Is there a direct tram between Balwyn and Footscray in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one tram line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 52 min.

  • Which tram line goes from Balwyn to Footscray in Melbourne?

    The 109 tram line goes from Port Melbourne station near Balwyn to 1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till 1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station near Footscray in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Balwyn and Footscray in Melbourne by tram and train is about 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the tram near Balwyn to get to Footscray in Melbourne?

    Get on the 109 tram from the Port Melbourne station near Balwyn in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the tram when travelling between Balwyn and Footscray in Melbourne?

    Get off the tram at the 1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station, which is closest to Footscray in Melbourne.

  • How much is the tram fare from Balwyn to Footscray?

    The ride from Balwyn to Footscray costs A$5.30.