Supernova Comic Con and Gaming Expo

Public transport for the Supernova Comic Con & Gaming Expo at the Melbourne Showgrounds from Saturday 18 to Sunday 19 April 2026.

Before you travel

If you use Journey Planner within 14 days of this event, you'll see all the extra services we've added to help you get there.

Metropolitan train

Getting to and from Melbourne Showgrounds

Extra trains will operate from Flinders Street (Platform 6), stopping at Southern Cross (Platforms 11/12) and North Melbourne (Platforms 3/4) in both directions, then express to the Showgrounds (Platform 1). 

The first train to depart Flinders Steet will be at 9.30am.

The last train to depart Melbourne Showgrounds will be at 6.30pm.

Metropolitan tram

Getting to and from Melbourne Showgrounds

Trams will operate via Route 57a and between Stop 01 Flinders Street / Elizabeth Street and Stop 33 Melbourne Showgrounds, for patrons wishing to make their way to and from the event. 

Metropolitan bus

Getting to and from Melbourne Showgrounds

The following bus route travels close to Flemington Racecourse: 

Passengers can catch buses from Footscray Station and alight at Langs Road/Showgrounds.

Regional train

Getting to and from Melbourne Showgrounds

Passengers arriving at Southern Cross station are advised to change trains and catch a Melbourne Showgrounds service. Services will return then via Southern Cross Station. 

Refer to the Metropolitan trains section above for service times and platform information.

Additional Information