The average train between Melbourne CBD and Essendon takes 10 min and the fastest train takes 8 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Melbourne CBD to Essendon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 20 minutes between Melbourne CBD and Essendon. The earliest departure is at 12:20 AM at night, and the last departure from Melbourne CBD is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Essendon at 12:00 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 10 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne CBD station and arriving at Essendon station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 10 min.
Melbourne CBD to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from North Melbourne Station.
Melbourne CBD to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Essendon Station.
The distance between Melbourne CBD and Essendon is 8.7 km. The road distance is 6 km.
Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from North Melbourne Station to Essendon Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 10 min.
