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

The cheapest way to get from Docklands to Essendon is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Docklands to Essendon is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $22 - $26.

Is there a direct train between Docklands and Essendon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross Station station and arriving at Essendon Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Docklands to Essendon?

The distance between Docklands and Essendon is 8 km. The road distance is 8.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Docklands to Essendon without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Southern Cross Station to Essendon Station takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Docklands to Essendon train from?

Docklands to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Where does the Docklands to Essendon train arrive?

Docklands to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Essendon Station.

Can I drive from Docklands to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Docklands to Essendon is 9 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Docklands to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5130+ hotels available in Essendon.

Docklands to Essendon - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and line 59 tram

There are 4 ways to get from Docklands to Essendon by train, taxi, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
13 min
$6
Drive 8.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Docklands to Essendoncar 8.8 km
10 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Docklands to Essendontaxi 8.8 km
10 min
$22–26
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44tram 59
32 min
$6

Docklands to Essendon by train

277Weekly Trains

13 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 7.9 km
Duration: 13 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Essendon Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 13 min.

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