Map of Melbourne Central Station – Train Station & Exit Guide

Melbourne Central Station is one of Melbourne's busiest underground railway stations, located beneath the Melbourne Central shopping complex in the heart of the city's central business district. The station serves Metro Trains Melbourne suburban services and provides direct connections to major retail, dining and entertainment precincts.

Opened in 1981 as part of the City Loop, Melbourne Central Station is directly integrated with Melbourne Central Shopping Centre and offers convenient pedestrian access to Emporium Melbourne, State Library Victoria, RMIT University and Bourke Street Mall. The station is recognised by the iconic Coop's Shot Tower enclosed beneath a striking glass cone within the shopping centre.

This map of Melbourne Central Station Melbourne provides a location guide to the station entrances, underground platforms, shopping centre access, tram stops and surrounding attractions.

## Quick Answer

Melbourne Central Station is located beneath Melbourne Central Shopping Centre on the corner of La Trobe Street and Swanston Street in Melbourne's CBD. The station is served by Metro Trains Melbourne City Loop services.

## Map of Melbourne Central Station Melbourne

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## Where Is Melbourne Central Station Located?

Melbourne Central Station occupies the underground section beneath Melbourne Central Shopping Centre between Swanston Street and Elizabeth Street. Multiple entrances connect directly with the shopping centre, surrounding streets and nearby university precincts.

The map marker identifies the main public entrance via Melbourne Central Shopping Centre on La Trobe Street.

## Train Services

### Metro Trains Melbourne

Melbourne Central Station is served by City Loop suburban services operating throughout metropolitan Melbourne.

## Station Areas

### Main Entrance

The principal entrance is located through Melbourne Central Shopping Centre on La Trobe Street.

### Concourse

The underground concourse provides access to ticketing facilities, retail outlets and all station platforms.

### Platforms

Underground island platforms serve Metro Trains Melbourne City Loop services.

### Shopping Centre Access

Direct pedestrian connections link the station with Melbourne Central Shopping Centre, Emporium Melbourne and surrounding retail precincts.

## Station Facilities

• Customer service centre

• Ticket machines

• Passenger information displays

• Accessible entrances

• Elevators

• Escalators

• Waiting areas

• Toilets within the shopping centre

• Food and drink outlets

• Retail stores

## Transport Connections

### Trams

Numerous tram routes operate along Swanston Street, La Trobe Street and Elizabeth Street.

### Walking

Many of Melbourne's leading attractions are within a short walk of the station.

## Nearby Attractions

• Melbourne Central Shopping Centre

• Coop's Shot Tower

• Emporium Melbourne

• State Library Victoria

• RMIT University

• Bourke Street Mall

• Queen Victoria Market

• Chinatown Melbourne

• Carlton Gardens

• Old Melbourne Gaol

## Visitor Tips

Use the Melbourne Central Shopping Centre entrance for the easiest access to the station.

Allow additional time during weekends and shopping periods when pedestrian traffic is heavy.

Follow signs carefully when transferring between the shopping centre and station platforms.

Visit the historic Coop's Shot Tower beneath the glass cone while passing through the shopping centre.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Where is Melbourne Central Station?

It is located beneath Melbourne Central Shopping Centre at the corner of La Trobe Street and Swanston Street.

### Which trains use Melbourne Central Station?

Metro Trains Melbourne City Loop suburban services operate through the station.

### Is the station connected to Melbourne Central Shopping Centre?

Yes. The station is directly integrated with Melbourne Central Shopping Centre.

### Is Melbourne Central Station accessible?

Yes. Accessible entrances, lifts and step-free routes are available.

### How far is Queen Victoria Market?

Queen Victoria Market is approximately a 10-minute walk from the station.

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Disclaimer

This guide is provided for general travel information only. Station entrances, train services, platform allocations and surrounding infrastructure may change. Always confirm current information with Public Transport Victoria or the relevant operator before travelling.