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

The cheapest way to get from Carlton to Essendon Fields is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlton to Essendon Fields is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $27 - $32.

Is there a direct bus between Carlton and Essendon Fields?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlton to Essendon Fields. However, there are services departing from Melbourne University/Grattan St and arriving at Essendon Fields/English St via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Carlton and Essendon Fields?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 and arriving at Earl St/Matthews Ave #56. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Carlton to Essendon Fields?

The distance between Carlton and Essendon Fields is 11 km. The road distance is 12.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlton to Essendon Fields without a car is to line 59 tram which takes 35 min and costs $6.

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

The line 59 tram from Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 to Earl St/Matthews Ave #56 takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Carlton to Essendon Fields bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlton to Essendon Fields train from?

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

Where does the Carlton to Essendon Fields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlton to Essendon Fields train arrive?

Carlton to Essendon Fields train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Earl St/Matthews Ave #56 station.

Can I drive from Carlton to Essendon Fields?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlton to Essendon Fields is 13 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Carlton to Essendon Fields.

Where can I stay near Essendon Fields?

There are 5000+ hotels available in Essendon Fields.

Carlton to Essendon Fields - 4 ways to travel via line 59 tram

There are 4 ways to get from Carlton to Essendon Fields 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 Earl St/Matthews Ave #56tram 59
35 min
$6
Drive 12.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlton to Essendon Fieldscar 12.6 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 505 bus, line 477 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne University/Grattan St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rdbus 505
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Essendon Fields/English Stbus 477
1h 7m
$9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlton to Essendon Fieldstaxi 12.6 km
14 min
$27–32

Carlton to Essendon Fields by tram

790Weekly Trams

35 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 11.3 km
Duration: 35 min

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

Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 to Earl St/Matthews Ave #56 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Melbourne University/Grattan St to Essendon Fields/English St via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd in around 1h 7m.

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