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

By bus and train

To get from Richmond to Forest Hill in Melbourne, take the BELGRAVE train from Burnley station to Blackburn station. Next, take the 703 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 42 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

42minA$5.30
Train - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Bus - 703
703
Walk to Forest Hill
Leaves from Burnley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Richmond
  • 2
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    Belgrave
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Blackburn Station/South Pde (Blackburn)
    ID 21010
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 703703
    Wait for bus
    703
    Middle Brighton
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Forest Hill Sc/Canterbury Rd (Forest Hill)
    ID 21200
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Forest Hill
    Walk to
    Forest Hill
    310 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via LILYDALE and 765

To get from Richmond to Forest Hill in Melbourne, take the LILYDALE train from Burnley 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 40 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

40minA$5.30
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Bus - 765
765
Walk to Forest Hill
Leaves from Burnley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Richmond
  • 2
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    25 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 Richmond to Forest Hill

The distance between Richmond, Melbourne and Forest Hill, Melbourne is approximately 17.06 km, which can typically be travelled in 42 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Richmond 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 Richmond

Richmond is located at Richmond, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 14-Burnley St/Swan St (Richmond).

Bus stations close to Richmond:

  • Como Park/Alexandra Ave (South Yarra)
  • River St/Alexandra Ave (South Yarra)

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 LILYDALE and 765

To get from Richmond to Forest Hill in Melbourne, take the LILYDALE train from Burnley 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 40 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

40minA$5.30
Train - LILYDALE
LILYDALE
Bus - 765
765
Walk to Forest Hill
Leaves from Burnley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Richmond
  • 2
    Train - LILYDALELILYDALE
    Wait for train
    LILYDALE
    Lilydale
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackburn
    25 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 Richmond to Forest Hill?

    The fastest way takes 42 minutes, using Bus line BELGRAVE, Bus line 703.

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

    The alternative route takes 40 minutes, using Bus line LILYDALE, Bus line 765.

  • Is there a direct train between Richmond 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 42 min.

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

    The BELGRAVE train line goes from Belgrave station near Richmond 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 Richmond to Forest Hill in Melbourne by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Richmond and Forest Hill in Melbourne by train and bus is about 42 min.

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

    Get on the BELGRAVE train from the Belgrave station near Richmond in Melbourne.

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

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

  • When is the first train from Richmond to Forest Hill in Melbourne?

    The first train from Richmond to Forest Hill in Melbourne is Belgrave - City (Flinders Street). It leaves the Burnley station at 00:08.

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

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

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