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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Balwyn is to line 903 bus which costs $5 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Balwyn is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $35 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Balwyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Balwyn. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Belmore Rd via Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Balwyn?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Balwyn. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47 via Parliament. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Essendon to Balwyn?

The distance between Essendon and Balwyn is 20 km. The road distance is 19.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Balwyn without a car is to train and line 109 tram which takes 1h and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h to get from Essendon to Balwyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Balwyn bus from?

Essendon to Balwyn bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Balwyn train from?

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

Where does the Essendon to Balwyn bus arrive?

Essendon to Balwyn bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Balwyn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Balwyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Balwyn is 20 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Essendon to Balwyn.

Where can I stay near Balwyn?

There are 4955+ hotels available in Balwyn.

Essendon to Balwyn - 5 ways to travel via train, line 109 tram

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 109 tram
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Parliament StationCraigieburn
2. Take the tram from Parliament to Balwyn Rd/Whitehorse Rd #47109
1h
$11
Line 903 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd903
2h 5m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Balwyn19.6 km
20 min
$35–50
Drive 19.6 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Balwyn19.6 km
20 min
$4–6
Line 59 tram, line 109 tram
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Flinders Street59
2. Take the tram from Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6 to Balwyn Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd #48109
1h 28m
$11

Essendon to Balwyn by train and tram

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Distance: 20 km
Duration: 1h

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Balwyn Shopping Centre/Whitehorse Rd #48 via Flinders Street and Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6 in around 1h 28m.

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