How to get from Docklands to Forest Hill by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Docklands to Forest Hill in Melbourne, take the LILYDALE train from Southern Cross station to Blackburn station. Next, take the 765 bus from Blackburn Station/South Pde (Blackburn) station to Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 53 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

53minA$5.30
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Bus - 765
765
Walk to Forest Hill
Leaves from Southern Cross

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Docklands
  • 2
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Blackburn Station/South Pde (Blackburn)
    ID 21008
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 765765
    Wait for bus
    765
    Mitcham
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill)
    ID 21199
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Forest Hill
    Walk to
    Forest Hill
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via BELGRAVE and 765

To get from Docklands to Forest Hill in Melbourne, take the BELGRAVE train from Southern Cross station to Blackburn station. Next, take the 765 bus from Blackburn Station/South Pde (Blackburn) station to Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

63minA$5.30
Train - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Bus - 765
765
Walk to Forest Hill
Leaves from Southern Cross

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Docklands
  • 2
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    Belgrave
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Blackburn Station/South Pde (Blackburn)
    ID 21008
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 765765
    Wait for bus
    765
    Mitcham
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill)
    ID 21199
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Forest Hill
    Walk to
    Forest Hill
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Docklands to Forest Hill

The distance between Docklands, Melbourne and Forest Hill, Melbourne is approximately 22.75 km, which can typically be travelled in 53 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Docklands to Forest Hill 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 Docklands

Docklands is located at Docklands, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Jeffcott St/Spencer St (West Melbourne).

Train stations close to Docklands:

  • Southern Cross

Bus stations close to Docklands:

  • Jeffcott St/Spencer St (West Melbourne)
  • Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Melbourne City)
  • Spencer St/Lonsdale St (Melbourne City)

Public transport stations close to Forest Hill, Melbourne

Forest Hill is located at Forest Hill, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill).

Train stations close to Forest Hill:

  • Nunawading
  • Blackburn

Bus stations close to Forest Hill:

  • Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill)
  • Ottawa Ave/Forest Rd (Blackburn)
  • Deans Wood Rd/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill)

Related Routes

Alternative route by bus and train via BELGRAVE and 765

To get from Docklands to Forest Hill in Melbourne, take the BELGRAVE train from Southern Cross station to Blackburn station. Next, take the 765 bus from Blackburn Station/South Pde (Blackburn) station to Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

63minA$5.30
Train - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Bus - 765
765
Walk to Forest Hill
Leaves from Southern Cross

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Docklands
  • 2
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    Belgrave
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Blackburn Station/South Pde (Blackburn)
    ID 21008
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 765765
    Wait for bus
    765
    Mitcham
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill)
    ID 21199
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Forest Hill
    Walk to
    Forest Hill
    70 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Docklands to Forest Hill?

    The fastest way takes 53 minutes, using Bus line LILYDALE, Bus line 765.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Docklands to Forest Hill?

    The alternative route takes 63 minutes, using Bus line BELGRAVE, Bus line 765.

  • Is there a direct train between Docklands and Forest Hill in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Docklands to Forest Hill in Melbourne?

    The LILYDALE train line goes from Lilydale station near Docklands to Blackburn station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Blackburn station near Forest Hill in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Docklands to Forest Hill in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Docklands and Forest Hill in Melbourne by train and bus is about 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Docklands to get to Forest Hill in Melbourne?

    Get on the LILYDALE train from the Lilydale station near Docklands in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Docklands and Forest Hill in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Blackburn stop, which is closest to Forest Hill in Melbourne.

  • When is the last train from Docklands to Forest Hill in Melbourne?

    The last train from Docklands to Forest Hill in Melbourne is the Belgrave - City (Flinders Street) line. It leaves the Southern Cross station at 18:48.

  • How much is the train fare from Docklands to Forest Hill?

    The ride from Docklands to Forest Hill costs A$5.30.

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