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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Thomastown is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Thomastown is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Thomastown?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Thomastown. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Spring St/High St via Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Thomastown?

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

How far is it from Essendon to Thomastown?

The distance between Essendon and Thomastown is 19 km. The road distance is 15.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Thomastown without a car is to bus and train which takes 54 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Essendon to Thomastown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Thomastown bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Thomastown train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Thomastown?

The best way to get from Essendon to Thomastown is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Essendon to Thomastown bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essendon to Thomastown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Thomastown?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Thomastown is 16 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Essendon to Thomastown.

Where can I stay near Thomastown?

There are 4982+ hotels available in Thomastown.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Preston Station/Murray Rdbus 903
2. Take the train from Preston Station to Thomastown Stationtrain Mernda / ...
54 min
$12
Drive 15.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Thomastowncar 15.8 km
20 min
$3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Parliament Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Parliament Station to Thomastown Stationtrain Mernda
1h 1m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Thomastowntaxi 15.8 km
20 min
$40–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rdbus 903
2. Take the bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Spring St/High Stbus 555
1h 28m
$6

Essendon to Thomastown by bus and train

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Distance: 18.7 km
Duration: 54 min

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Thomastown Station via Parliament Station in around 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Spring St/High St via Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd in around 1h 28m.

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