What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon Station to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon Station to Melbourne is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 9 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon Station to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Essendon Station to Melbourne is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $19 - $23.

Is there a direct train between Essendon Station and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essendon Station station and arriving at Flagstaff Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Essendon Station to Melbourne?

The distance between Essendon Station and Melbourne is 8 km. The road distance is 8.3 km.

How do I travel from Essendon Station to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon Station to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 14 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Essendon Station to Melbourne?

The train from Essendon Station to Flagstaff Station takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essendon Station to Melbourne train from?

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

Where does the Essendon Station to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon Station to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon Station to Melbourne is 8 km. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Essendon Station to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5345+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Essendon Station to Melbourne - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Essendon Station to Melbourne 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 Essendon Station to Flagstaff Stationtrain Craigieburn
14 min
$6
Drive 8.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon Station to Melbournecar 8.3 km
9 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon Station to Melbournetaxi 8.3 km
9 min
$19–23
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Fletcher St/Napier St #41 to Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5tram 59
32 min
$6

Essendon Station to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 7.9 km
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Essendon Station, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Essendon Station to Flagstaff Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 14 min.

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