Flagstaff railway station, Melbourne facts for kids
| Station information | |
|---|---|
| Code | FGS |
| Distance from Flinders St |
2.6km |
| Line | All Lines |
| # Platforms | 4 |
| # Tracks | 4 |
| Status | Premium station |
| Metlink profile | Link |
| Google map | Link |
| Zone | 1 |
Flagstaff is a busy railway station located deep underground in Melbourne, Australia. It's an important part of Melbourne's train network, especially for people travelling into the city centre. This station is one of the five stations that make up the City Loop, which is a special underground railway line that circles the heart of Melbourne.
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What is Flagstaff Station?
Flagstaff Station is a key part of Melbourne's train system. It helps thousands of people get around the city every day. The station is named after the nearby Flagstaff Gardens, which is one of Melbourne's oldest parks.
Deep Underground Location
Unlike many train stations, Flagstaff is completely underground. This means you need to use escalators or lifts to get down to the platforms where the trains arrive. Being underground helps keep the city's surface clear and allows trains to travel quickly beneath busy streets.
Part of the City Loop
Flagstaff Station is one of the five stations on the City Loop. The City Loop is like a big underground circle that trains use to move around the central business district of Melbourne. This loop connects many different train lines, making it easy for people to travel from the suburbs into the city and back again.
How the City Loop Works
Trains travel around the City Loop in two directions: clockwise and anti-clockwise. Flagstaff Station serves trains going both ways. This design helps manage the large number of trains and passengers in Melbourne's busy city centre.
Station Features
Flagstaff Station has several features designed to handle many passengers. It has four platforms, which are the areas where people wait for trains. There are also four tracks, which are the railway lines the trains run on.
Getting Around the Station
Because the station is underground, it has long escalators and lifts to help people move between the street level and the train platforms. The station also has ticket machines and information displays to help passengers.
When Flagstaff Station Opened
Flagstaff Station opened in 1985. It was built as part of the City Loop project, which aimed to improve public transport in Melbourne. Since then, it has been a vital link for commuters and visitors to the city.
Images for kids
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Station concourse in 2017
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Escalator to Platform 3 and 4
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Station Entrance
