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

The cheapest way to get from Eltham to Essendon Fields is to line 902 bus which costs $5 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eltham to Essendon Fields is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Eltham and Essendon Fields?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mt Pleasant Rd/Main Rd and arriving at Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

How far is it from Eltham to Essendon Fields?

The distance between Eltham and Essendon Fields is 33 km. The road distance is 27.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Eltham to Essendon Fields without a car is to line 902 bus which takes 1h 18m and costs $5.

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

The line 902 bus from Mt Pleasant Rd/Main Rd to Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave takes 1h 18m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Eltham to Essendon Fields bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Mt Pleasant Rd/Main Rd station.

Where does the Eltham to Essendon Fields bus arrive?

Eltham to Essendon Fields bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave station.

Can I drive from Eltham to Essendon Fields?

Yes, the driving distance between Eltham to Essendon Fields is 28 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Eltham to Essendon Fields.

Where can I stay near Essendon Fields?

There are 4799+ hotels available in Essendon Fields.

Eltham to Essendon Fields - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 902 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Eltham to Essendon Fields by bus, train, tram, taxi, car, or towncar

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Line 902 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mt Pleasant Rd/Main Rd to Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave902
1h 18m
$5
Train, line 59 tram
1. Take the train from Eltham Station to Flinders Street StationHurstbridge
2. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Earl St/Matthews Ave #5659
1h 51m
$16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Eltham to Essendon Fields27.8 km
30 min
$50–65
Drive 27.8 km
1. Drive from Eltham to Essendon Fields27.8 km
30 min
$6–8
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Eltham to Melbourne Essendon Apt Airport28.8 km
30 min

Eltham to Essendon Fields by bus

378Weekly Buses

1h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 32.9 km
Duration: 1h 18m

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Mt Pleasant Rd/Main Rd to Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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