What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Simpson Barracks?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Simpson Barracks is to line 903 bus and line 517 bus which costs $5 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Simpson Barracks?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Simpson Barracks is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Simpson Barracks?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Simpson Barracks. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Arthur Streeton Dr/Lower Plenty Rd via Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Simpson Barracks?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Simpson Barracks station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Watsonia Station via Parliament Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Essendon to Simpson Barracks?

The distance between Essendon and Simpson Barracks is 30 km. The road distance is 20.1 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Simpson Barracks without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Simpson Barracks without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Simpson Barracks?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Essendon to Simpson Barracks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Simpson Barracks bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Simpson Barracks train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Simpson Barracks?

The best way to get from Essendon to Simpson Barracks is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 903 bus and line 517 bus, which costs $5 and takes 1h 51m.

Where does the Essendon to Simpson Barracks bus arrive?

Essendon to Simpson Barracks bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Simpson Barracks train arrive?

Essendon to Simpson Barracks train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Parliament Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Simpson Barracks?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Simpson Barracks is 20 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Essendon to Simpson Barracks.

Where can I stay near Simpson Barracks?

There are 4817+ hotels available in Simpson Barracks.

Essendon to Simpson Barracks - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 903 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Parliament StationCraigieburn
2. Take the train from Parliament Station to Watsonia StationHurstbridge
1h 23m
$6
Line 903 bus, line 517 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd903
2. Take the bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Arthur Streeton Dr/Lower Plenty Rd517
1h 51m
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Simpson Barracks20.1 km
23 min
$40–50
Drive 20.1 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Simpson Barracks20.1 km
23 min
$4–6

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 29.8 km
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Simpson Barracks, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Simpson Barracks via Parliament Station and Watsonia Station in around 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Simpson Barracks via Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd and Arthur Streeton Dr/Lower Plenty Rd in around 1h 51m.

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