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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Prahran is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Prahran is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Prahran?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Prahran station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Hawksburn Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Prahran?

The distance between Essendon and Prahran is 16 km. The road distance is 15.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Prahran without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 36 min to get from Essendon to Prahran, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Prahran train from?

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

Where does the Essendon to Prahran train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Prahran?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Prahran is 16 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Essendon to Prahran.

Where can I stay near Prahran?

There are 5049+ hotels available in Prahran.

Essendon to Prahran - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and line 6 tram

There are 5 ways to get from Essendon to Prahran by train, 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 Hawksburn StationFrankston
36 min
$6
Drive 15.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Prahran15.6 km
18 min
$3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Prahran15.6 km
18 min
$30–40
Train, line 6 tram
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street StationCraigieburn
2. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to Lewisham Rd/High St #346
50 min
$12
Line 59 tram, line 6 tram
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Flinders Street59
2. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to Lewisham Rd/High St #346
1h 9m
$12

Essendon to Prahran by train

503Weekly Trains

36 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 16.3 km
Duration: 36 min

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Hawksburn Station via Flinders Street Station in around 36 min.

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