Tram To Brunswick: Route Guide

There are several ways to get to Brunswick, Melbourne by tram. One option is to take the line 11 tram from 10-Parliament to 16-Johnston St/Brunswick St. Another option is to take the line 19 tram from 3-Bourke Street Mall/Elizabeth St to 23-Victoria St/Sydney Rd. The nearest tram station to Brunswick East is 124-Victoria St/Lygon St (Brunswick East), which is a 3-minute walk away.

Tram routes and stations in Brunswick

There are several tram routes that service Brunswick, Melbourne.

Route 19

This route is operated by Yarra Trams and runs from Coburg North to Flinders Street Station, via Elizabeth Street. The 10.2-kilometre route is operated out of the Brunswick depot with B and D2-class trams. The route encompasses the section of Route 19 between Moreland Road (Stop 28) and Flinders Street Station (Stop 1). The section between Flinders Street Station and Victoria Street (near Stop 7) was first electrified on 17 November 1935.

Route 1

This route stops near Brunswick East, along with routes 6 and 96.

Route 11

This route services Brunswick Street, along with routes 86, 200, 207, 250, 304, 350, 402, and 546. The tram journey time from Melbourne to Brunswick Street is around 7 minutes, covering a distance of 1 mile. The tram service departs from 10-Parliament and arrives at 16-Johnston St/Brunswick St.

Tram Stations in Brunswick

• 124-Victoria St/Lygon St (Brunswick East)
• 22-Albert St/Nicholson St (Brunswick East)
• 22-Albert St/Sydney Rd (Brunswick)
• 18 Dawson St (Brunswick)

Tram routes and stations in Brunswick East

There are several tram routes that service Brunswick East, Melbourne, Australia. The nearest tram station to Brunswick East is 124-Victoria St/Lygon St, which is just a 3-minute walk from the suburb. The tram lines that stop here are 1, 6, and 96.

Tram line 96, operated by Yarra Trams, runs from Brunswick East to St Kilda Beach, with 38 stations along the route. The first tram is at 00:01 and the last is at 23:44. The full route takes approximately 55 minutes. The stations that the 96 tram passes through in Brunswick East are:

20-Miller St/Nicholson St

21-Glenlyon Rd/Nicholson St

22-Albert St/Nicholson St

23-Blyth St/Nicholson St

The 96 tram line was first opened as a cable tram line in 1887, operating along Bourke and Nicholson Streets. It closed in 1940 when double-decker buses replaced the trams. However, due to the poor performance of the buses, the tram line was reinstated in 1955.

In addition to the 96 tram line, the 1 and 6 tram lines also service Brunswick East. The nearest station for these lines is 124-Victoria St/Lygon St.

Tram lines that stop near Brunswick

There are several tram lines that stop near Brunswick, in Melbourne, Australia.

Tram line 19 runs from Coburg North to Flinders Street Station, via Elizabeth Street. The route is 10.2 kilometres long and is operated by Yarra Trams. The line has been running since 1936, following the electrification of the Brunswick cable tram line.

Tram line 11 runs from 10-Parliament to 16-Johnston St/Brunswick St. The journey takes around 7 minutes and covers a distance of 1 mile.

Tram line 86 also stops near Brunswick Street in Fitzroy.

Additionally, tram lines 1, 6, and 96 stop near Brunswick East.

Tram lines that stop near Brunswick East

There are several tram lines that stop near Brunswick East. Here are the key details:

Tram Line 1

This tram line stops near Brunswick East and is one of the options for travelling to the area. The tram route passes through various points in Melbourne, providing convenient access to different locations.

Tram Line 6

Tram Line 6 is another option for reaching Brunswick East. This line operates within the Melbourne tram network, connecting different areas of the city.

Tram Line 96

Tram Line 96, operated by Yarra Trams, runs from Brunswick East to St Kilda Beach. This 13.9-kilometre route is served by C2, E class, and occasionally A class trams. The line has a long history, dating back to its opening as a cable tram line in 1887. Over the years, it has undergone various changes, including the introduction of low-floor trams and accessibility upgrades. Today, it remains a vital transport link for those travelling to and from Brunswick East.

Tram Line 19

Melbourne Tram Route 19 is operated by Yarra Trams and connects Coburg North to Flinders Street Station. The route is about 10.2 kilometres long and is served by B and D2 class trams. It has been in operation since 1936, with some changes and extensions made over the years.

Getting to Melbourne attractions from Brunswick by tram

Melbourne is famous for its trams, and the City Circle Tram is a free and easy way to see the top sights in the CBD and Docklands. The tram passes many grand historic buildings, including Parliament House, the Old Treasury Building, Princess Theatre, and the Windsor Hotel, as well as major attractions like Federation Square. The trams run every 12 minutes and take about 50 minutes to complete the entire loop. You can board the tram at any stop along the City Circle route, seven days a week, except for Christmas Day and Good Friday.

Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria

Take the number 19 tram from Brunswick East/Victoria St towards Flinders Street Station, getting off at the corner of Flinders and Swanston Streets. From there, it's a short walk to the Royal Botanic Gardens.

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

Take the number 19 tram as above and alight at the corner of Flinders and Swanston Streets. Walk north along Swanston Street for about 10 minutes to reach the MCG.

National Gallery of Victoria

The National Gallery of Victoria has two locations. For the St Kilda Road building, take the number 19 tram as above and alight at Stop 15 (Arts Precinct). For the Ian Potter Centre at Federation Square, take the same tram but alight at Stop 7 (Melbourne Central).

Shrine of Remembrance

Take the number 19 tram as above and alight at Stop 14 (St Vincent's Plaza). Walk south along St Kilda Road for about 15 minutes to reach the Shrine of Remembrance.

Queen Victoria Market

Take the number 19 tram as above and alight at Stop 7 (Melbourne Central). From there, it's a short walk north along Elizabeth Street to the Queen Victoria Market.

State Library Victoria

Take the number 19 tram as above and alight at Stop 7 (Melbourne Central). Walk north along Swanston Street for about 5 minutes to reach the State Library Victoria.

Old Melbourne Gaol

Take the number 19 tram as above and alight at Stop 7 (Melbourne Central). Walk north along Swanston Street and turn left onto La Trobe Street. The Old Melbourne Gaol is a short walk from there.

Melbourne Zoo

Take the number 19 tram as above and alight at Stop 15 (Arts Precinct). From there, it's a short walk north along St Kilda Road to the Melbourne Zoo.

Federation Square

Take the number 19 tram as above and alight at Stop 7 (Melbourne Central). Walk south along Swanston Street for about 5 minutes to reach Federation Square.

Melbourne Museum and Royal Exhibition Building

Take the number 19 tram as above and alight at Stop 15 (Arts Precinct). The Melbourne Museum and Royal Exhibition Building are a short walk from there.

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