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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Lalor is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Lalor is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Lalor?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Lalor station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Lalor Station via Parliament Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Essendon to Lalor?

The distance between Essendon and Lalor is 20 km. The road distance is 17.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Lalor without a car is to line 903 bus and train which takes 56 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Essendon to Lalor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Lalor train from?

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

Where does the Essendon to Lalor train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Lalor?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Lalor is 18 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Essendon to Lalor.

Where can I stay near Lalor?

There are 4881+ hotels available in Lalor.

Essendon to Lalor - 4 ways to travel via train, line 903 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Essendon to Lalor by bus, train, 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 903 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Preston Station/Murray Rdbus 903
2. Take the train from Preston Station to Lalor Stationtrain Mernda
56 min
$12
Drive 17.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Lalorcar 17.8 km
20 min
$4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Parliament Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Parliament Station to Lalor Stationtrain Mernda
1h 3m
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Lalortaxi 17.8 km
20 min
$35–45

Essendon to Lalor by bus and train

425Weekly Services

56 minAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 20.4 km
Duration: 56 min

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Lalor Station via Parliament Station in around 1h 3m.

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