What is the cheapest way to get from Carlton to Essendon?

The cheapest way to get from Carlton to Essendon is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlton to Essendon?

The fastest way to get from Carlton to Essendon is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $19 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Carlton and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlton to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Melbourne University/Grattan St and arriving at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

Is there a direct train between Carlton and Essendon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 and arriving at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Carlton to Essendon?

The distance between Carlton and Essendon is 7 km. The road distance is 8.3 km.

How do I travel from Carlton to Essendon without a car?

The best way to get from Carlton to Essendon without a car is to line 59 tram which takes 25 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Carlton to Essendon?

The line 59 tram from Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Carlton to Essendon bus from?

Carlton to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Melbourne University/Grattan St station.

Where do I catch the Carlton to Essendon train from?

Carlton to Essendon train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 station.

Where does the Carlton to Essendon bus arrive?

Carlton to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where does the Carlton to Essendon train arrive?

Carlton to Essendon train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 station.

Can I drive from Carlton to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlton to Essendon is 8 km. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Carlton to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5084+ hotels available in Essendon.

Carlton to Essendon - 4 ways to travel via line 59 tram, and line 505 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Carlton to Essendon by tram, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 59 tram
best
1. Take the tram from Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #4359
25 min
$6
Drive 8.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlton to Essendon8.3 km
9 min
$2–3
Line 505 bus, line 477 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne University/Grattan St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd505
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd483 / ...
48 min
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlton to Essendon8.3 km
9 min
$19–23

Carlton to Essendon by tram

790Weekly Trams

25 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 7.5 km
Duration: 25 min

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

Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Melbourne University/Grattan St to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd in around 48 min.

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