How To Reach Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne

The nearest station is Jolimont or MCG station towards the north end, which a stroll through the Yarra park away from the ground and can be reached from any station on the Hurstbridge or Epping lines. Richmond station is on the southern side, and it takes a little longer to reach the park from here. Tram no 48 and 75 and Bus no 246 will drop you right outside MCG. Read in detail about various modes of transport to get an answer to your question about how to reach Melbourne Cricket Ground.

By train: One of the easiest ways of getting to MCG is by taking a train. Jolimont and Richmond are the closest train stations to MCG station. We would suggest you get down at the Jolimont station and then take a 5-minute walk through Yarra Park to the MCG.

By tram: In order to get to Melbourne Cricket Ground via a tram, then take tram route number 75, 48 or 70. Tram number 48 stops just outside the MCG while tram 70 stop is at a short distance from the ground.

By bus: Another mode of public transport to get to MCG is by bus. You can take bus route number 246 which connects La Trobe University with Elsternwick Station. Alight at Punt Road stop and then take a short walk to the cricket ground.