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 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Lalor?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Lalor station. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Lalor Station/High St via Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

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 bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Lalor train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Lalor?

The best way to get from Essendon to Lalor is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 903 bus and line 555 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Essendon to Lalor bus arrive?

Essendon to Lalor bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd 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 4863+ hotels available in Lalor.

Essendon to Lalor - 5 ways to travel via train, line 903 bus, taxi, and car

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

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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
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Lalortaxi 17.8 km
20 min
$35–50
Line 903 bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rdbus 903
2. Take the bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Lalor Station/High Stbus 555
1h 41m
$6

Essendon to Lalor by bus and train

428Weekly 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. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Lalor Station/High St via Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd in around 1h 41m.

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