What is the cheapest way to get from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray?

The cheapest way to get from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 10 min.

What is the fastest way to get from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray?

The fastest way to get from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $21 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd and Footscray?

No, there is no direct bus from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray station. However, there are services departing from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd and arriving at Footscray Station/Irving St via Milleara SC/Milleara Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd and Footscray?

No, there is no direct train from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray. However, there are services departing from Cooper St/Keilor Rd #50 and arriving at Nicholson St/Droop St #62 via Moonee Ponds Junction/Pascoe Vale Rd #32. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray?

The distance between DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd and Footscray is 13 km. The road distance is 9.2 km.

How do I travel from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray without a car?

The best way to get from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray without a car is to line 903 bus and train which takes 41 min and costs $17.

How long does it take to get from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray?

It takes approximately 41 min to get from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray bus from?

DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd station.

Where do I catch the DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray train from?

DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Cooper St/Keilor Rd #50 station.

Where does the DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray bus arrive?

DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Milleara SC/Milleara Rd station.

Where does the DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray train arrive?

DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Moonee Ponds Junction/Pascoe Vale Rd #32 station.

Can I drive from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray?

Yes, the driving distance between DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray is 9 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray.

Where can I stay near Footscray?

There are 5203+ hotels available in Footscray.

Can I share a ride from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd and Footscray. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray - 6 ways to travel via train

There are 6 ways to get from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray by bus, train, taxi, rideshare, car, or tram

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

Line 903 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Essendon Station/Rose St903
2. Take the train from Essendon Station to North Melbourne Station
3. Take the train from North Melbourne Rail Replacement Bus Stop to Footscray Rail Replacement Bus Stop
41 min
$16
Drive 9.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray9.2 km
10 min
$2–3
Line 903 bus, line 406 bus
1. Take the bus from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Milleara SC/Milleara Rd903
2. Take the bus from Milleara SC/Milleara Rd to Footscray Station/Irving St406
1h 7m
$9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray9.2 km
10 min
$21–25
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne Essendon Apt-MEB to Footscray9.2 km
10 min
Line 59 tram, line 82 tram
1. Take the tram from Cooper St/Keilor Rd #50 to Moonee Ponds Junction/Pascoe Vale Rd #3259
2. Take the tram from Moonee Ponds Junction/Pascoe Vale Rd #32 to Nicholson St/Droop St #6282
1h 3m
$11

DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray by bus and train

272Weekly Services

41 minAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 13.1 km
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd, VIC, Australia and Footscray, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Footscray Station/Irving St via Milleara SC/Milleara Rd in around 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Nicholson St/Droop St #62 via Cooper St/Keilor Rd #50 and Moonee Ponds Junction/Pascoe Vale Rd #32 in around 1h 3m.

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