Public transport and parking
Location of Bundoora Campus
The Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus is situated in the north-eastern Melbourne suburb of Bundoora, at the intersection of Plenty Road and Kingsbury Drive, 14 km from the city centre (Melway street directory reference: 19 G7).
Maps
Free pocket-size Travel Smart Access Maps are available from the Union Services Centre on the second level of the Agora. These also show the various bicycle routes to and from Campus.
A leaflet detailing the Melbourne (Bundoora) self-guided campus tour is particularly helpful for new students and staff.
Maps for people with disabilities are available which show the location of accessible pathways, lifts, suitable parking areas and building access points. These maps are available from the Equality and Diversity Centre on Level One, Peribolos East, Bundoora.
Public Transport
La Trobe University borders Zone 1 and 2 and can be accessed using either a Zone 1 or 2 Metcard depending on which service you are arriving on.
Travelling by bus
Nine public bus services travel to La Trobe University daily. The 340 / 350 bus is the quickest way to get to La Trobe from Melbourne’s CBD. It departs from the corner of Flinders and Elizabeth Streets and the full journey takes approximately 45 minutes. More information, timetables, and routes are available from www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au/
Travelling by tram
Route 86: Telstra Dome, City – Bundoora/RMIT
Tram 86 runs directly from the Harbour Esplanade in Docklands (near the Telstra Dome), along Bourke St, via Southern Cross (previously Spencer Street) Station, through the city, up Smith Street in Collingwood, through Clifton Hill, up High Street through Northcote and Preston. From there it turns right up Plenty Road, stopping at the La Trobe University Medical Centre, and continues on to RMIT Bundoora Campus. Travel time to La Trobe University from the City (or the reverse) is around 45 mins to one hour depending on traffic.
Travelling by train
La Trobe University lies between the Epping and Hurstbridge train lines. Bus connections operate from Macleod (Bus 561, Zone 2), Reservoir (Bus 561, Zone 2) and Heidelberg (Bus 551, Zone 1 or 2). Bicycles travel for free on trains. More information and timetables are available from: www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au/
Nightrider bus
NightRider 958 (Eltham) runs via La Trobe University. Timetables and maps are available on www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au/transport_maps/nightrider.php
Campus bus
A circular campus bus service operates every half hour between 8.00 am and 6.15 pm, Monday to Sunday. Please view the map and timetable for further information. An after-hours service is also available to escort students/staff from the library to car parks, residences and the tram stop.
Car parking
All vehicles (other than motor cycles) parked at the University between 8.00 am and 5.00 pm Monday to Friday must display a current parking permit or daily vending machine ticket Parking permits are purchased from the Traffic and Parking office while daily tickets can be purchased from vending machines located in most of the car parks. A limited number of reserved permits are available to staff and students. For more parking information please contact Traffic and Parking or visit the web site: www.latrobe.edu.au/bg/parking.html
Carpooling
A carpool service exists for car-owners and people seeking rides. When carpooling, members are entitled to a permit that guarantees them a space in the carpool car park. It’s a great way to meet new people and share the cost of getting to the University. More information available on: www.latrobe.edu.au/carpool/
Disabled parking
Spaces for disabled drivers are available in most of the car parks closest to the University buildings. Car parks one and eight also have a number of disabled bays. Visit the Traffic and Parking office for further information.
Travelling by bicycle
Cycling to campus is a great way to keep fit and it’s free! Pick up a free TravelSmart Access Map (available from Contact in the Agora) for details of suggested bike routes to and from the University.
La Trobe boasts a state-of-the-art bicycle facility, known as the CyclesSmart Centre. It has secure storage for 50 bikes, change rooms, lockers and showers. This is a free service to all La Trobe students and staff.
There are also about 150 bike lockers on-campus available for hire. Keys are available from the Administration Office, Union Building, on the first day of semester each year.
The Union Building and the Sports Centre have free showers in the main male and female toilets. Free towels and soap for the Union showers are available from the Union Administration Office on presentation of your student card.