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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Caulfield is to bus which costs $5 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Caulfield is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Caulfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Caulfield. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Webb St/Glen Eira Rd via Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Caulfield?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Caulfield. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Sylverly Gr/Hawthorn Rd #55 via Federation Square/Swanston St #13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Essendon to Caulfield?

The distance between Essendon and Caulfield is 21 km. The road distance is 20.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Caulfield without a car is to train and line 64 tram which takes 1h 7m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Essendon to Caulfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Caulfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Caulfield train from?

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

Where does the Essendon to Caulfield bus arrive?

Essendon to Caulfield bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Caulfield train arrive?

Essendon to Caulfield train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Caulfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Caulfield is 21 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Essendon to Caulfield.

Where can I stay near Caulfield?

There are 4932+ hotels available in Caulfield.

Essendon to Caulfield - 5 ways to travel via train, line 64 tram, bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Essendon to Caulfield 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 64 tram
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street StationCraigieburn
2. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to Sylverly Gr/Hawthorn Rd #5564
1h 7m
$12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd903
2h 59m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Caulfield20.5 km
23 min
$40–50
Drive 20.5 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Caulfield20.5 km
23 min
$4–6
Line 59 tram, line 64 tram
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Flinders Street59
2. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to Sylverly Gr/Hawthorn Rd #5564
1h 26m
$12

Essendon to Caulfield by train and tram

423Weekly Services

1h 7mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.4 km
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Sylverly Gr/Hawthorn Rd #55 via Flinders Street and Federation Square/Swanston St #13 in around 1h 26m.

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