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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Patterson is to bus which costs $5 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Patterson is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Patterson?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Patterson. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Halley Park/Jasper Rd via Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Patterson?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Patterson station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Patterson Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Patterson?

The distance between Essendon and Patterson is 27 km. The road distance is 24 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Patterson without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 56 min to get from Essendon to Patterson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Patterson bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Patterson train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Patterson?

The best way to get from Essendon to Patterson is to train which takes 56 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Essendon to Patterson bus arrive?

Essendon to Patterson bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Patterson train arrive?

Essendon to Patterson train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Patterson?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Patterson is 24 km. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Essendon to Patterson.

Where can I stay near Patterson?

There are 5010+ hotels available in Patterson.

Essendon to Patterson - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Essendon to Patterson 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 Flinders Street StationCraigieburn
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Patterson StationFrankston
56 min
$5
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd903
3h 11m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Patterson24 km
26 min
$45–60
Drive 24 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Patterson24 km
26 min
$5–7
Line 59 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Flinders Street59
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Patterson StationFrankston
1h 15m
$11

Essendon to Patterson by train

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Distance: 27.1 km
Duration: 56 min

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Patterson Station via Flinders Street Station in around 56 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 2h 16m.

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