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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Macleod is to line 903 bus and line 561 bus which costs $5 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Macleod is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Macleod?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Macleod. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Highview Cres/Wungan St via Coburg PS/Bell St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Macleod?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Macleod station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Macleod Station via Parliament Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Macleod?

The distance between Essendon and Macleod is 26 km. The road distance is 18.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Macleod without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Essendon to Macleod, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Macleod bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Macleod train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Macleod?

The best way to get from Essendon to Macleod is to train which takes 58 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 903 bus and line 561 bus, which costs $5 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Essendon to Macleod bus arrive?

Essendon to Macleod bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Coburg PS/Bell St station.

Where does the Essendon to Macleod train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Macleod?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Macleod is 18 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Essendon to Macleod.

Where can I stay near Macleod?

There are 4975+ hotels available in Macleod.

Essendon to Macleod - 4 ways to travel via train, line 903 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Essendon to Macleod by train, 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 Macleod StationHurstbridge
58 min
$6
Line 903 bus, line 561 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Coburg PS/Bell St903
2. Take the bus from Coburg PS/Bell St to Highview Cres/Wungan St561
1h 31m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Macleod18.2 km
21 min
$35–45
Drive 18.2 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Macleod18.2 km
21 min
$4–5

Essendon to Macleod by train

304Weekly Trains

58 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 25.9 km
Duration: 58 min

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Macleod Station via Parliament Station in around 58 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Highview Cres/Wungan St via Coburg PS/Bell St in around 1h 31m.

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