Transportation
Transport Guide for CANTER CON Attendees
To help make your journey to CANTER CON smooth and stress‑free, we’ve created a simple transport guide outlining the best ways to access the venue and navigate the surrounding area. Whether you're arriving by car, public transport, taxi, or rideshare, there are convenient options available to suit your needs.
You’ll find details on parking, local transport connections, and nearby tram and train services. We encourage attendees to plan ahead, especially during peak travel periods, to ensure you arrive comfortably and on time.
Explore the options below to choose the transport method that works best for you during CANTER CON.
Driving and Parking
CANTER CON attendees can take advantage of free parking via Gate 11.
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Follow signage for Gate 11 on Epsom Road.
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Parking is free for attendees (first‑come, first‑served).
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Allow extra time during peak arrival periods
Tram
Route 57 Tram (West Maribyrnong – City)
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Hop off at Stop 32: Showgrounds Village Shopping Centre.
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This stop is approximately a 650m walk to the venue entrance at Gate 11.
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Tram services operate frequently through the day.
Train
The dedicated Melbourne Showgrounds Station will not be operating.
When the station is not in service, take the Craigieburn line to Newmarket Station, then transfer to Tram 57 towards Showgrounds (Stop 32).
Bus
Two main bus routes provide access to Melbourne Showgrounds:
Route 472 – Williamstown ↔ Moonee Ponds (stops along Langs Road)
Route 404 – Footscray ↔ Moonee Ponds (stops at Epsom Rd & Ascot Vale Rd corner)