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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Donvale is to line 903 bus which costs $5 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Donvale is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Donvale?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Donvale. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Donvale Reserve/Mitcham Rd via Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Essendon to Donvale?

The distance between Essendon and Donvale is 32 km. The road distance is 29.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Donvale without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs $11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Essendon to Donvale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Donvale bus from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Donvale?

The best way to get from Essendon to Donvale is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs $11. Alternatively, you can line 903 bus, which costs $5 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Essendon to Donvale bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Donvale?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Donvale is 29 km. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Essendon to Donvale.

Where can I stay near Donvale?

There are 5044+ hotels available in Donvale.

Essendon to Donvale - 6 ways to travel via train, line 59 tram

There are 6 ways to get from Essendon to Donvale by train, tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Parliament StationCraigieburn
2. Take the train from Parliament Station to Nunawading StationBelgrave / ...
1h 19m
$10
Line 903 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd903
1h 54m
$4
Line 59 tram, line 907 bus
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #559
2. Take the bus from Swanston St/Lonsdale St to Donvale Reserve/Mitcham Rd907
1h 30m
$10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Donvale29.1 km
28 min
$55–70
Drive 29.1 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Donvale29.1 km
28 min
$6–9
Line 903 bus, line 271 bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Box Hill Bus Station/Station St903
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Whitefriars College/Park Rd271
2h 32m
$4

Essendon to Donvale by train and bus

304Weekly Services

1h 19mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 32.3 km
Duration: 1h 19m

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Pinetree Ret Village/Springvale Rd via Parliament Station, Nunawading Station, and Nunawading Station/Station St in around 1h 19m. Alternatively, 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.

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