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Trip Overview

The average train between Essendon and Dandenong takes 1h 8m and the fastest train takes 1h 2m. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Essendon to Dandenong. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 8m
Duration
39 km
Distance
$12
Average price
Every 20 minutes
Frequency

Essendon to Dandenong train times

Trains run every 20 minutes between Essendon and Dandenong. The earliest departure is at 12:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Essendon is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Dandenong at 5:30 AM. All services require a transfer at Flinders Street Station and take an average of 1h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains Melbourne1h 3m • 1 change
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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains Melbourne1h 23m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains Melbourne1h 3m • 1 change
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    Metro Trains MelbourneMetro Trains Melbourne1h 23m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Essendon to Dandenong? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Essendon to Dandenong.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 38.6 km
  • Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Dandenong, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Yarraman Station via Flinders Street Station and Town Hall Station in around 1h 5m.

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