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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Melton is to line 903 bus and line 456 bus which costs $5 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Melton is to drive which takes 27 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Melton?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Melton. However, there are services departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Essendon to Melton?

The distance between Essendon and Melton is 47 km. The road distance is 31.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Melton without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs $16 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Essendon to Melton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Melton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Melton?

The best way to get from Essendon to Melton is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs $16 - $20. Alternatively, you can line 903 bus and line 456 bus, which costs $5 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Essendon to Melton bus arrive?

Essendon to Melton bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Can I drive from Essendon to Melton?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Melton is 32 km. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Essendon to Melton.

Where can I stay near Melton?

There are 274+ hotels available in Melton.

Essendon to Melton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 903 bus, and line 456 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Essendon to Melton by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Southern Cross StationCraigieburn
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Melton StationBallarat
1h 28m
$16–19
Line 903 bus, line 456 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson St903
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St456
1h 52m
$4
Drive 31.8 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Melton31.8 km
27 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Melton31.8 km
27 min
$80–100

Essendon to Melton by train and bus

190Weekly Services

1h 28mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 46.8 km
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Barries Rd/Station Rd via Southern Cross Station, Melton Station, and Melton Station/Staughton St in around 1h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Melton Bus Interchange/Palmerston St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 1h 52m.

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