How to get from St Kilda East to Highett by train and tram?

By train and tram

To get from St Kilda East to Highett in Melbourne, take the 3-3A tram from 40-Hotham St/Carlisle St (Balaclava) station to 57-Caulfield Railway Station/Derby Rd (Caulfield East) station. Next, take the FRANKSTON train from Caulfield station to Highett station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

33minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 3-3A
3-3A
Train - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Leaves from 40-Hotham St/Carlisle St (Balaclava)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    40-Hotham St/Carlisle St (Balaclava)
    ID 18634
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Tram - 3-3A3-3A
    Wait for tram
    3-3A
    East Malvern
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    57-Caulfield Railway Station/Derby Rd (Caulfield East)
    ID 18651
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Caulfield
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    Frankston
  • 6
    Ride to train station Highett
    Ride to train station
    Highett
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train and tram via 16 and FRANKSTON

To get from St Kilda East to Highett in Melbourne, take the 16 tram from 40-Hotham St/Carlisle St (Balaclava) station to 53-Malvern Railway Station/Glenferrie Rd (Malvern) station. Next, take the FRANKSTON train from Malvern station to Highett station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

36minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 16
16
Train - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Leaves from 40-Hotham St/Carlisle St (Balaclava)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    40-Hotham St/Carlisle St (Balaclava)
    ID 18634
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Tram - 1616
    Wait for tram
    16
    Kew Via St Kilda Beach
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    53-Malvern Railway Station/Glenferrie Rd (Malvern)
    ID 20526
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Malvern
    230 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    Frankston
  • 6
    Ride to train station Highett
    Ride to train station
    Highett
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from St Kilda East to Highett

The distance between St Kilda East, Melbourne and Highett, Melbourne is approximately 12.35 km, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from St Kilda East to Highett 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 St Kilda East

St Kilda East is located at St Kilda East, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 41-Empress Rd/Balaclava Rd (St Kilda East).

Bus stations close to St Kilda East:

  • Inkerman St/Hotham St (St Kilda East)
  • Mayfield St/Hotham St (St Kilda East)
  • Grosvenor St/Hotham St (St Kilda East)

Public transport stations close to Highett, Melbourne

Highett is located at Highett, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Highett Railway Station/Highett Rd (Highett).

Train stations close to Highett:

  • Highett
  • Southland
  • Moorabbin

Bus stations close to Highett:

  • Highett Railway Station/Highett Rd (Highett)
  • Thistle Gr/Graham Rd (Highett)
  • Wickham Rd/Nepean Hwy (Highett)

Related Routes

Alternative route by train and tram via 16 and FRANKSTON

To get from St Kilda East to Highett in Melbourne, take the 16 tram from 40-Hotham St/Carlisle St (Balaclava) station to 53-Malvern Railway Station/Glenferrie Rd (Malvern) station. Next, take the FRANKSTON train from Malvern station to Highett station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

36minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 16
16
Train - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Leaves from 40-Hotham St/Carlisle St (Balaclava)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    40-Hotham St/Carlisle St (Balaclava)
    ID 18634
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Tram - 1616
    Wait for tram
    16
    Kew Via St Kilda Beach
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    53-Malvern Railway Station/Glenferrie Rd (Malvern)
    ID 20526
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Malvern
    230 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    Frankston
  • 6
    Ride to train station Highett
    Ride to train station
    Highett
    19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from St Kilda East to Highett?

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Bus line 3-3A, Bus line FRANKSTON.

  • What is the alternative route to get from St Kilda East to Highett?

    The alternative route takes 36 minutes, using Bus line 16, Bus line FRANKSTON.

  • Is there a direct tram between St Kilda East and Highett in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one tram line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 33 min.

  • Which tram line goes from St Kilda East to Highett in Melbourne?

    The 3-3A tram line goes from 40-Hotham St/Carlisle St (Balaclava) station near St Kilda East to East Malvern station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till East Malvern station near Highett in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from St Kilda East to Highett in Melbourne by tram and train?

    The total travel time between St Kilda East and Highett in Melbourne by tram and train is about 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the tram near St Kilda East to get to Highett in Melbourne?

    Get on the 3-3A tram from the 40-Hotham St/Carlisle St (Balaclava) station near St Kilda East in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the tram when travelling between St Kilda East and Highett in Melbourne?

    Get off the tram at the East Malvern station, which is closest to Highett in Melbourne.

  • How much is the tram fare from St Kilda East to Highett?

    The ride from St Kilda East to Highett costs A$5.30.

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