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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Dandenong is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Dandenong is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Dandenong?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Dandenong. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Hemmings St/Potter St via Oakleigh Station/Portman St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Dandenong?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Dandenong station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Yarraman Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Essendon to Dandenong?

The distance between Essendon and Dandenong is 43 km. The road distance is 39.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Dandenong without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Essendon to Dandenong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Dandenong bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Dandenong train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Dandenong?

The best way to get from Essendon to Dandenong is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus and line 800 bus, which costs and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Essendon to Dandenong bus arrive?

Essendon to Dandenong bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, arrive at Oakleigh Station/Portman St.

Where does the Essendon to Dandenong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Dandenong?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Dandenong is 40 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Essendon to Dandenong.

Where can I stay near Dandenong?

There are 918+ hotels available in Dandenong.

Essendon to Dandenong - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 800 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street StationCraigieburn
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Yarraman StationCranbourne / ...
1h 8m
$6
Bus, line 800 bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Oakleigh Station/Portman St903
2. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Hemmings St/Potter St800
3h 19m
Drive 39.9 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Dandenong39.9 km
39 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Dandenong39.9 km
39 min
$95–120
Line 59 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Flinders Street59
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Yarraman StationCranbourne / ...
1h 27m
$12

Essendon to Dandenong by train

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1h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.5 km
Duration: 1h 8m

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Yarraman Station via Flinders Street Station in around 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Hemmings St/Potter St via Oakleigh Station/Portman St in around 3h 19m.

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