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 $2 - $4 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 $40 - $50.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Prahran?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Prahran. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Lewisham Rd/High St #34 via Federation Square/Swanston St #13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Prahran?

The distance between Essendon and Prahran is 17 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 and line 6 tram which takes 50 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 50 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 5286+ hotels available in Prahran.

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

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

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Train, line 6 tram
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to Lewisham Rd/High St #34tram 6
50 min
$12
Drive 15.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Prahrancar 15.6 km
18 min
$3–4
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flagstaff Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the bus from A'Beckett St/Queen St to Malvern Rd/Orrong Rdbus 605
1h 4m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Prahrantaxi 15.6 km
18 min
$40–50
Line 59 tram, line 6 tram
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5tram 59
2. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Swanston St #8 to Lewisham Rd/High St #34tram 6
1h 9m
$12

Essendon to Prahran by train and tram

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Distance: 16.6 km
Duration: 50 min

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

You can take a vehicle from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Lewisham Rd/High St #34 via Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 and Melbourne Central Station/Swanston St #8 in around 1h 9m.

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