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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Docklands to Essendon Fields is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Docklands and Essendon Fields?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Flinders Lane/Queen St and arriving at York St/Matthews Ave. Services depart once daily, and operate Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Docklands and Essendon Fields?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 station and arriving at Earl St/Matthews Ave #56. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Docklands to Essendon Fields?

The distance between Docklands and Essendon Fields is 14 km. The road distance is 13.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Docklands to Essendon Fields without a car is to line 959 bus which takes 25 min and costs $5.

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

The line 959 bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to York St/Matthews Ave takes 25 min including transfers and departs once daily.

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

Docklands to Essendon Fields bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Flinders Lane/Queen St station.

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

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

Where does the Docklands to Essendon Fields bus arrive?

Docklands to Essendon Fields bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at York St/Matthews Ave station.

Where does the Docklands to Essendon Fields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Docklands to Essendon Fields?

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

Where can I stay near Essendon Fields?

There are 4989+ hotels available in Essendon Fields.

Docklands to Essendon Fields - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 959 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Docklands to Essendon Fields by bus, train, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 959 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to York St/Matthews Avebus 959
25 min
$5
Drive 13.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Docklands to Essendon Fieldscar 13.1 km
14 min
$3–4
Train, line 59 tram
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the tram from Fletcher St/Napier St #41 to Earl St/Matthews Ave #56tram 59
29 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Docklands to Essendon Fieldstaxi 13.1 km
14 min
$28–35
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Earl St/Matthews Ave #56tram 59
40 min
$6
Train, line 477 bus
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the bus from Essendon Station/Russell St to Essendon Fields/English Stbus 477
48 min
$10

Docklands to Essendon Fields by bus

8Weekly Buses

25 minAverage Duration

$5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 13.8 km
Duration: 25 min

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to York St/Matthews Ave once daily. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Earl St/Matthews Ave #56 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 40 min.

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