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How to get from Watsonia North to Northcote by bus and train?

From Watsonia North to Northcote by bus and train

To get from Watsonia North to Northcote in Melbourne, take the 566 bus from Peters St/Grimshaw St (Watsonia) station to Lalor Station/Station St (Lalor) station. Next, take the MERNDA train from Lalor station to Croxton station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 59 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

59minA$5.30
Bus - 566
566
Train - MERNDA
MERNDA
Walk to Northcote
Leaves from Peters St/Grimshaw St (Watsonia)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Watsonia North
  • 2
    Bus - 566566
    Wait for bus
    566
    Lalor
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lalor Station/Station St (Lalor)
    ID 149
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Lalor
    80 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Croxton
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northcote
    Walk to
    Northcote
    450 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Watsonia North to Northcote by bus and tram

To get from Watsonia North to Northcote in Melbourne, take the 566 bus from Peters St/Grimshaw St (Watsonia) station to Bundoora Square Shopping Centre/Plenty Rd (Bundoora) station. Next, take the 86 tram from 67-Bundoora Square Sc/Plenty Rd (Bundoora) station to 35-Dennis St/High St (Northcote) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

52minA$5.30
Bus - 566
566
Tram - 86
86
Walk to Northcote
Leaves from Peters St/Grimshaw St (Watsonia)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Watsonia North
  • 2
    Bus - 566566
    Wait for bus
    566
    Lalor
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bundoora Square Shopping Centre/Plenty Rd (Bundoora)
    ID 173
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    67-Bundoora Square Sc/Plenty Rd (Bundoora)
    ID 4488
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tram - 8686
    Wait for tram
    86
    Waterfront City Docklands
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    35-Dennis St/High St (Northcote)
    ID 6110
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northcote
    Walk to
    Northcote
    830 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Watsonia North to Northcote

The distance between Watsonia North, Melbourne and Northcote, Melbourne is approximately 23.25 km, which can typically be travelled in 59 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Watsonia North to Northcote 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 Watsonia North

Watsonia North is located at Watsonia North, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Grimshaw St/Frye St (Watsonia North).

Train stations close to Watsonia North:

  • Greensborough
  • Watsonia

Bus stations close to Watsonia North:

  • Grimshaw St/Frye St (Watsonia North)
  • Peters St/Grimshaw St (Watsonia)
  • Meakin St/Macorna St (Watsonia North)

Public transport stations close to Northcote, Melbourne

Northcote is located at Northcote, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is St Georges Rd/Normanby Ave (Thornbury).

Bus stations close to Northcote:

  • St Georges Rd/Normanby Ave (Thornbury)
  • 101 Normanby Ave (Thornbury)
  • 106 Normanby Ave (Thornbury)

From Watsonia North to Northcote by bus and tram

To get from Watsonia North to Northcote in Melbourne, take the 566 bus from Peters St/Grimshaw St (Watsonia) station to Bundoora Square Shopping Centre/Plenty Rd (Bundoora) station. Next, take the 86 tram from 67-Bundoora Square Sc/Plenty Rd (Bundoora) station to 35-Dennis St/High St (Northcote) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

52minA$5.30
Bus - 566
566
Tram - 86
86
Walk to Northcote
Leaves from Peters St/Grimshaw St (Watsonia)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Watsonia North
  • 2
    Bus - 566566
    Wait for bus
    566
    Lalor
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bundoora Square Shopping Centre/Plenty Rd (Bundoora)
    ID 173
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    67-Bundoora Square Sc/Plenty Rd (Bundoora)
    ID 4488
    70 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Tram - 8686
    Wait for tram
    86
    Waterfront City Docklands
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    35-Dennis St/High St (Northcote)
    ID 6110
    25 min
  • 7
    Walk to Northcote
    Walk to
    Northcote
    830 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Watsonia North to Northcote?

    The fastest way takes 59 minutes, using Bus line 566, Bus line MERNDA.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Watsonia North to Northcote?

    The alternative route takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 566, Bus line 86.

  • Is there a direct bus between Watsonia North and Northcote in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 59 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Watsonia North to Northcote in Melbourne?

    The 566 bus line goes from Lalor station near Watsonia North to Lalor Station/Station St (Lalor) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Lalor Station/Station St (Lalor) station near Northcote in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Watsonia North to Northcote in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Watsonia North and Northcote in Melbourne by bus and train is about 59 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Watsonia North to get to Northcote in Melbourne?

    Get on the 566 bus from the Lalor stop near Watsonia North in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Watsonia North and Northcote in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Lalor Station/Station St (Lalor) station, which is closest to Northcote in Melbourne.

  • How much is the bus fare from Watsonia North to Northcote?

    The ride from Watsonia North to Northcote costs A$5.30.

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