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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Northcote is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 11 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Northcote is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $26 - $32.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Northcote?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essendon Station/Russell St station and arriving at High St/Clarendon St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Northcote?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Northcote station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Croxton Station via Flagstaff Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Northcote?

The distance between Essendon and Northcote is 8 km. The road distance is 9.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Northcote without a car is to bus which takes 25 min and costs $6.

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

The bus from Essendon Station/Russell St to High St/Clarendon St takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Northcote bus from?

Essendon to Northcote bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, depart from Essendon Station/Russell St.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Northcote train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Northcote?

The best way to get from Essendon to Northcote is to bus which takes 25 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6 and takes 46 min.

Where does the Essendon to Northcote bus arrive?

Essendon to Northcote bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at High St/Clarendon St station.

Where does the Essendon to Northcote train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Northcote?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Northcote is 9 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Essendon to Northcote.

Where can I stay near Northcote?

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Essendon Station/Russell St to High St/Clarendon Stbus 510
25 min
$6
Drive 9.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Northcotecar 9.3 km
11 min
$2–3
Train
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flagstaff Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Flagstaff Station to Croxton Stationtrain Mernda
46 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Northcotetaxi 9.3 km
11 min
$26–32
Line 59 tram, bus
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Moonee Ponds Junction/Pascoe Vale Rd #32tram 59
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to High St/Arthurton Rdbus 508
41 min
$12

Essendon to Northcote by bus

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Distance: 8.4 km
Duration: 25 min

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

Public Transport Victoria operates a bus from Essendon Station/Russell St to High St/Clarendon St every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 25 min. Metropolitan buses also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a train from Essendon Station to Croxton Station via Flagstaff Station in around 46 min.

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