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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Alphington is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Alphington is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Alphington?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Alphington station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Alphington Station via Parliament Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Alphington?

The distance between Essendon and Alphington is 18 km. The road distance is 13.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Alphington without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Essendon to Alphington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Alphington train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Alphington?

The best way to get from Essendon to Alphington is to train which takes 48 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 508 bus, which costs $11 and takes 1h 2m.

Where does the Essendon to Alphington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Alphington?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Alphington is 13 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Essendon to Alphington.

Where can I stay near Alphington?

There are 4916+ hotels available in Alphington.

Essendon to Alphington - 5 ways to travel via train, line 508 bus, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Essendon to Alphington 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 Essendon Station to Parliament StationCraigieburn
2. Take the train from Parliament Station to Alphington StationHurstbridge
48 min
$6
Drive 13.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Alphington13.1 km
15 min
$3–4
Line 508 bus
1. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Alphington Station/Wingrove St508
1h 2m
$11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Alphington13.1 km
15 min
$28–35
Line 59 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #559
2. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Alphington StationHurstbridge
1h 6m
$12

Essendon to Alphington by train

304Weekly Trains

48 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.5 km
Duration: 48 min

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Alphington Station via Parliament Station in around 48 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Alphington Station/Wingrove St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 38 min.

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