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

The cheapest way to get from Elsternwick to Essendon is to line 246 bus and line 504 bus which costs $5 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elsternwick to Essendon is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Elsternwick and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Elsternwick station to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick Station/Horne St and arriving at Florence St/Thistle St via Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle St and Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Elsternwick and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Elsternwick station to Essendon station. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick Station and arriving at Essendon Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Elsternwick to Essendon?

The distance between Elsternwick and Essendon is 19 km. The road distance is 18.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Elsternwick to Essendon without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Elsternwick to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elsternwick to Essendon bus from?

Elsternwick to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Elsternwick Station/Horne St.

Where do I catch the Elsternwick to Essendon train from?

Elsternwick to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Elsternwick Station.

Train or bus from Elsternwick to Essendon?

The best way to get from Elsternwick to Essendon is to train which takes 43 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 246 bus and line 504 bus, which costs $5 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Elsternwick to Essendon bus arrive?

Elsternwick to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle St.

Where does the Elsternwick to Essendon train arrive?

Elsternwick to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Elsternwick to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Elsternwick to Essendon is 19 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Elsternwick to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 4857+ hotels available in Essendon.

Elsternwick to Essendon - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 246 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Elsternwick to Essendon by train, bus, 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 Elsternwick Station to Flinders Street StationSandringham
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Essendon StationCraigieburn
43 min
$6
Line 246 bus, line 504 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle St246
2. Take the bus from Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd504
2h 10m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Elsternwick to Essendon18.7 km
21 min
$35–45
Drive 18.7 km
1. Drive from Elsternwick to Essendon18.7 km
21 min
$4–6
Line 67 tram, line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Orrong Rd/Glenhuntly Rd #46 to Federation Square/Swanston St #1367
2. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #4459
1h 16m
$12

Elsternwick to Essendon by train

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43 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 19 km
Duration: 43 min

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

You can take a train from Elsternwick Station to Essendon Station via Flinders Street Station in around 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Florence St/Thistle St via Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle St and Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd in around 2h 10m.

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