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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Williamstown is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Williamstown is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Williamstown?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Williamstown station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at North Williamstown Station via North Melbourne Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Williamstown?

The distance between Essendon and Williamstown is 17 km. The road distance is 15 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Williamstown without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 43 min to get from Essendon to Williamstown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Williamstown train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Williamstown?

The best way to get from Essendon to Williamstown is to train which takes 43 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 472 bus, which costs $11 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Essendon to Williamstown train arrive?

Essendon to Williamstown train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at North Melbourne Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Williamstown?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Williamstown is 15 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Essendon to Williamstown.

Where can I stay near Williamstown?

There are 5250+ hotels available in Williamstown.

Essendon to Williamstown - 4 ways to travel via train, line 472 bus, and taxi

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

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 North Melbourne StationCraigieburn
2. Take the train from North Melbourne Station to North Williamstown StationWilliamstown
43 min
$5
Drive 15 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Williamstown15 km
17 min
$3–5
Line 472 bus
1. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Laverton St/Victoria St472
1h 10m
$10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Williamstown15 km
17 min
$30–40

Essendon to Williamstown by train

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43 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 17 km
Duration: 43 min

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to North Williamstown Station via North Melbourne Station in around 43 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Laverton St/Victoria St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 48 min.

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