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Brunswick East Laundromat

Open Daily 6am–10pm

No coins needed — card payment only, including tap and mobile. Self-service laundromat on Lygon Street in Brunswick East. Small, medium, and large washers plus dryers.

Pricing & Machines

Eight Huebsch commercial washers and ten dryers across five stacked pairs. Three sizes of washer to match your load — from a 9kg machine for everyday washing at $7, up to an 18kg machine for doonas and bulky items at $13. Card payment only, no coins needed. Detergent and laundry supplies available from the vending machine on-site.

MachineCapacityPriceTypical Cycle
Small Washer9 kg$7~26 min
Medium Washer14 kg$10~26 min
Large Washer18 kg$13~30 min
Dryer14 kg$1 per 5 min5 min increments

Multiple wash programs available at each machine — including Cold, Warm, Hot, Delicate, and a dedicated Blankets cycle. Dryer time varies by load size; most loads take 20–45 minutes depending on fabric and load size.

First-Time Visitor Guide

Allow 50–80 minutes for a complete wash and dry. Doors lock at 10pm — no entry after that. Arrive by 9pm to finish comfortably before lights off at 10:30pm.

Payment is card-only — Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Apple Pay, and Google Pay all accepted. No coins, no notes, no change machine. If you need soap, softener, or bleach, there's a vending machine on-site — but you're welcome to bring your own.

All machines are self-service. Choose your wash program at the machine — options include Cold, Warm, Hot, Delicate, and a dedicated Blankets cycle. Dryers run in 5-minute increments — most loads take 20–45 minutes depending on fabric and load size. If you're washing a large load in the 18kg machine, you'll need to split across two dryers (they're 14kg each).

Getting Here

We're at 186 Lygon Street, Brunswick East — right on the tram line. Routes 1 and 6 stop directly outside. If you're driving, there's free street parking on Lygon Street with a two-hour limit during business hours — unrestricted evenings and Sundays.

The laundromat is fully wheelchair accessible with flat entry via a wide ramp, spacious aisles, and plenty of room to move between machines.

While You Wait

A wash cycle runs about 26 minutes — enough time to grab something nearby. Here are a few of our go-to spots within walking distance.

For coffee and something sweet, Sweet Anthony is directly across the road. Toledo is a short walk down to the Albert Street corner — great food too if you're hungry. If you're here in the evening, Spice Mix is literally next door for a curry, and Eat Pierogi Make Love is just down the road for Polish dumplings and vodka (open from midday on weekends too).

The Final Whistle Sports Bar & Grill is a few doors up if you want to catch a game while you wait. For something different, Bahama Gold is a tiny wine bar with natural wines on tap and a serious vinyl sound system — open from midday. And if you just want a gelato, Zero Gradi on the southern end of the strip is worth the walk.

If you'd rather stretch your legs, Methven Park is a couple of minutes away — shady elms, a playground, and an off-leash dog area.

What our customers say

"Best laundromat in Brunswick East! Clean, modern machines and the extended hours work perfectly for my schedule."

Sarah · Carlton North

"Open until 10pm which is perfect for busy parents. Great location and always feels safe."

Mike · Brunswick East

"Love that it's card payment only — no more hunting for coins! The machines are always clean."

Emma · Fitzroy North

Frequently asked questions

Do I need coins for the laundromat?
No — our laundromat is card-only. We accept Visa, Mastercard, AMEX, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. There's no coin slot, no note acceptor, and no change machine. Just tap your card or phone and go.
What are your opening hours?
We're open daily from 6am to 10pm, including public holidays. Doors lock at 10pm — no entry after that. The last loads finish by 10:30pm when lights go off. If you need a full wash and dry, arrive by 9pm to finish comfortably.
How much does it cost?
Washers start at $7 for a 9kg load, $10 for 14kg, and $13 for the large 18kg machine (great for doonas). Dryers cost $1 per 5 minutes. A typical wash-and-dry visit costs $9–$18 depending on load size and drying time.
Is it self-service?
Fully self-service. You load the machine, choose your wash program, and start it with a card tap. The space is well-lit, monitored by security cameras, and spacious enough that you won't feel crowded even at busy times.
Do you offer a wash and fold service?
We don't offer drop-off wash and fold at the laundromat, but our pickup and delivery service does exactly that. We'll collect your laundry from your door, wash and fold it to your preferences, and deliver it back — you choose the time slots. Learn more about pickup & delivery.
Can I wash a doona or large blankets?
Yes — the 18kg washer handles doonas, blankets, sleeping bags, and other bulky items. There's a dedicated Blankets cycle available. For drying, you'll need to split a large load across two dryers (they're 14kg each).
How long does a load of laundry take?
A wash cycle takes 26–30 minutes depending on the machine size. Drying takes 20–45 minutes depending on fabric and load size. Allow 50–80 minutes total for a complete wash and dry.
Do I need to bring my own detergent?
There's a vending machine on-site that sells detergent, fabric softener, and bleach. You're also welcome to bring your own — whatever you prefer.
Is there parking?
Free street parking is available on Lygon Street with a two-hour limit during business hours. Evenings and Sundays are unrestricted. You can also get here by tram — Routes 1 and 6 stop directly outside.
Is the laundromat wheelchair accessible?
Fully accessible. The entrance has a flat entry via a wide ramp, and inside there are spacious aisles with plenty of room to move between machines.

Have a question or issue with this location? Get in touch — we'll sort it out.

Rather Not Do It Yourself?

We'll pick up your laundry, wash and fold it to your preferences, and deliver it back — you choose the time slots that suit you.

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