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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Carlton is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Carlton is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $20 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Carlton. However, there are services departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Melbourne University/Grattan St via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Carlton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 and arriving at Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Carlton?

The distance between Essendon and Carlton is 8 km. The road distance is 8.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Carlton without a car is to line 59 tram which takes 27 min and costs $6.

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

The line 59 tram from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 to Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Carlton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Carlton train from?

Essendon to Carlton train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 station.

Where does the Essendon to Carlton bus arrive?

Essendon to Carlton bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Carlton train arrive?

Essendon to Carlton train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Carlton is 9 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Essendon to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5265+ hotels available in Carlton.

Essendon to Carlton - 4 ways to travel via line 59 tram, and line 477 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Essendon to Carlton by 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.

Line 59 tram
best
1. Take the tram from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 to Pelham St/Elizabeth St #959
27 min
$6
Drive 8.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Carlton8.6 km
10 min
$2–3
Line 477 bus, line 505 bus
1. Take the bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd483 / ...
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Melbourne University/Grattan St505
54 min
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Carlton8.6 km
10 min
$20–24

Essendon to Carlton by tram

783Weekly Trams

27 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 7.5 km
Duration: 27 min

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

Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 to Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Melbourne University/Grattan St via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd in around 54 min.

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