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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Melbourne is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 10 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Melbourne is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs $20 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd and arriving at William St/A'Beckett St. Services depart once daily, and operate Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Melbourne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essendon Station station and arriving at Melbourne Central Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Melbourne?

The distance between Essendon and Melbourne is 9 km. The road distance is 9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Melbourne without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Essendon Station to Melbourne Central Station takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Melbourne bus from?

Essendon to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd station.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Melbourne train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Melbourne?

The best way to get from Essendon to Melbourne is to train which takes 16 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 959 bus, which costs $5 and takes 21 min.

Where does the Essendon to Melbourne bus arrive?

Essendon to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at William St/A'Beckett St station.

Where does the Essendon to Melbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Melbourne is 9 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Essendon to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

There are 5268+ hotels available in Melbourne.

Essendon to Melbourne - 6 ways to travel via train, line 959 bus, taxi, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Melbourne Central StationCraigieburn
16 min
$6
Drive 9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Melbourne9 km
10 min
$2–3
Line 959 bus
1. Take the bus from Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd to William St/A'Beckett St959
21 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Melbourne9 km
10 min
$20–25
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 to Bourke Street Mall/Elizabeth St #359
36 min
$6
Line 477 bus, line 505 bus
1. Take the bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd483 / ...
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Melbourne University/Royal Pde505
52 min
$4

Essendon to Melbourne by train

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Distance: 8.5 km
Duration: 16 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Essendon Station to Melbourne Central Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd to William St/A'Beckett St once daily. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 21 min.

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