Can you catch a train to the Melbourne Show?

Visitors are strongly encouraged to use Metro Trains as the best way to get to the Show. Visitors are advised to plan their journey in advance and make use of public transportation options, including trains, which provide direct access to the Melbourne Showgrounds.

Which train line goes to the Royal Melbourne Show?

Showgrounds railway station is a commuter railway station on the Flemington Racecourse line, which is part of the Melbourne railway network. It serves the Melbourne Showgrounds and suburb of Flemington, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

Do trains run to Melbourne Showgrounds?

Getting to and from Melbourne Showgrounds

Trains run from Southern Cross (Platform 8), stopping at North Melbourne (Platforms 1/2), then express to Melbourne Showgrounds (Platforms 1). From 9:45am, trains leave every 30 minutes. From 10:45am, trains leave every 20 minutes. From 1:05pm, trains leave every 30 minutes.

How do I get to the Melbourne Show from Flinders?

Take the Route 57 tram you can get this tram Flinders/Elizabeth Street it at bottom of Elizabeth St (West Maribyrnong to Elizabeth Street, City) and hop off at stop 32 (Showgrounds Village Shopping Centre on Epsom Road).

Can I catch a train in Melbourne without a myki card?

Transport in Melbourne

To use public transport outside of the free tram zone, you need to purchase a myki card. You can purchase a myki card from retail outlets displaying the myki sign, visitor centres and at train stations. Use your myki card on trains, trams and buses.

Carnevil Ghost Train at the Royal Melbourne Show 2015

Can you use contactless instead of myki?

At first, the new readers will accept myki only - so keep using your myki card or Mobile myki in your Google Wallet™ app for now. Installation is a critical first step in enabling contactless payments in early 2026. New readers will be installed on trams and buses soon.

How to pay for a Melbourne train?

To use public transport in Melbourne, you'll need a myki card. This can be used on all trains, trams and buses, as well as on some regional services. You can purchase a myki card from train stations, ticket machines and some convenience stores.

How do I get to Royal Exhibition Building by public transport from Melbourne?

What is the closest station to the MCG?

Public Transport

Jolimont (otherwise known as MCG Station) is north of the ground and offers a five-minute stroll through Yarra Park to the ground. From any railway station in the central business district, take the Hurstbridge or Epping lines. The other station is Richmond on the south eastern side of the MCG.

Can I take food to the Melbourne Show?

You are welcome to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks to the Melbourne Royal Show. Please note that glass and breakable containers are strictly not permitted, and all other drink containers must be sealed, except for reusable water bottles which must be empty upon entry.

How much is parking at the Melbourne Showground?

Parking must be purchased (at a cost of $30) on the day you are attending and cannot be pre-booked.

Is Flemington Racecourse station open?

The station is only open on race days and during special events at Flemington Racecourse.

What line is Melbourne Showgrounds on?

The showgrounds has its own railway station on the Flemington Racecourse line, only open for the Royal Melbourne Show and other special events. Extra trams also run to the showgrounds for the duration of the Royal Melbourne Show, running along route 57.

What is the Melbourne train station called?

Southern Cross Station Overview

Serving over 1.2 million people every week, Southern Cross Station is Victoria's primary metropolitan, regional and airport gateway. The Southern Cross railway station was opened in 1859 was a dead-end terminus, running parallel to Spencer Street.

How long is the Royal Melbourne Show on for?

Event Introduction

For 11 days each spring, families from every corner of the state and every street in the city have been making happy memories at Victoria's most vibrant community event, the iconic Melbourne Royal Show.

Are trams free in Melbourne?

Travel on trams in Melbourne's city centre is free. View a map of the Free Tram Zone on the PTV website. Tram stops in the Free Tram Zone are clearly marked. If you start or finish a journey outside the Free Tram Zone, a valid myki card is still required.

What suburb is the MCG in Melbourne?

The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), also known locally as the 'G, is a sports stadium located in Yarra Park, Melbourne, Victoria.

Where to stay if going to McG?

How do I get to the Royal Melbourne Show by train?

Metro will have services running every 10 minutes in and out of the Showgrounds during morning peak times, with trains departing from Flinders Street, Southern Cross and North Melbourne stations. A train takes just 10 minutes from Southern Cross Station to Showgrounds Station, which is a short walk from the entrance.

What is the closest train station to the Melbourne exhibition Centre?

Southern Cross Station is closest. Take tram routes 96, 109, or 12 to stop 124A Casino/MCEC/Clarendon Street outside our Clarendon Street entrance or walk 10 mins to reach our venue.

Is public transport free in Melbourne on Sundays?

On weekends and public holidays, your daily myki Money fare is capped at half price for concessions, while children under 5 travel free. You can enjoy all-day unlimited travel. Some customers are eligible for free weekend travel if they have certain concessions or a free travel pass.

Do I need a myki in Melbourne?

"You'll need either a myki, V/Line paper ticket, eTicket or bus paper ticket for your journey." "If you're travelling on a regional bus, you need a myki or a bus paper ticket. There are three types of paper tickets, Category A, Category B and PTV Daily tickets."

Is the Melbourne City Express free?

Purchase a return fare for only $41.20 online – less than a taxi or rideshare one way! Fixed price fares all day every day to give you peace of mind. At only $20.60 each way with our Return fares Melbourne City Express is great value for money!