🇦🇺🇦🇺Melbourne Transport Hub Guide** 🚞🛬🗺️🌠⛴️

### **Southern Cross Station - Melbourne Transport Hub Guide** **Southern Cross Station** is **Melbourne's largest and busiest railway station** and a major transportation hub in Victoria, connecting city trains, regional rail, long-distance buses and the Airport Express. — ## **📍 Basic Information** - **Address**: 99 Spencer St, Docklands VIC 3008 - **Opening hours**: 24/7 (some services such as the ticket office have time restrictions) - **Official website**: — ## **🚆 Main transportation services** ### **1. Metro Trains** ✅ **Connects to major areas of Melbourne**, including: - **Sunbury Line** (Northwest) - **Werribee/Williamstown Line** (Southwest) - **Craigieburn Line** (Northern Suburbs) - **Frankston/Sandringham Line** (Southeast) ### **2. Regional Railway (V/Line)** ✅ **Go to other cities in Victoria**, popular routes: - **Geelong** (1 hour) - Ballarat (1.5 hours) - **Bendigo** (2 hours) - **Traralgon** (2 hours) ### **3. Airport Express (SkyBus)** ✅ **Directly to Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine)**, the drive takes about 30 minutes. - **Price**: $22 AUD one way, $36 AUD round trip - **Operation time**: 24 hours ### **4. Coach** ✅ **Travel to other cities in Australia**, such as: - Greyhound (Sydney, Adelaide) - **Firefly** (Canberra) ### **5. Tram** ✅ **There are multiple tram stations nearby**, you can transfer to: - Route 86 (towards Docklands) - **Route 30** (free city circle tram) — ## **🏢Station Facilities** - **Shopping & Dining**: - Woolworths supermarket, coffee shop, fast food (McDonald's, Subway) - **Luggage storage**: SmartCarte (paid storage) - **Free Wi-Fi**: Covering the station area - **SkyBus Ticket Office**: Located at the Spencer St exit — ## **🚗 Transportation (How to get there)** - **Walking**: About 10 minutes walk from the city center (such as Bourke St Mall) - **Tram**: Available in the Free Tram Zone - **Self-driving**: There are parking lots nearby (such as Wilson Parking) — ## **💡 Useful Tips** ✅ **Buy tickets in advance**: It is recommended to reserve seats for V/Line regional trains. ✅ **Pay attention to the platform**: The station is large, so check the electronic screen in advance to find the platform. ✅ **SkyBus Priority**: Get to the airport faster than regular trains (but more expensive). ✅ **Free Wi-Fi**: You can check the route temporarily or contact for pick-up. — ## **📸 Nearby Attractions** - **Docklands** (seaside area, 5 minutes walk) - **Marvel Stadium** (10-minute walk) - **Crown Casino** (Casino & Entertainment, 15 minutes walk) — ### **🎯 Conclusion** Southern Cross Station is the core of Melbourne's transportation. Whether you are going to the airport, suburbs or other cities, it can meet your travel needs. Remember to plan your route in advance and enjoy a convenient trip to Melbourne! 🚉🇦🇺