What is the cheapest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Essendon?

The cheapest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Essendon is to line 732 bus and line 903 bus which costs $5 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Essendon?

The fastest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Essendon is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Ferntree Gully and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Ferntree Gully to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Brenock Park Dr/Burwood Hwy and arriving at Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Ferntree Gully and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Ferntree Gully station to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Ferntree Gully Station and arriving at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 via Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Ferntree Gully to Essendon?

The distance between Ferntree Gully and Essendon is 44 km. The road distance is 40.5 km.

How do I travel from Ferntree Gully to Essendon without a car?

The best way to get from Ferntree Gully to Essendon without a car is to train and line 59 tram which takes 1h 21m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Ferntree Gully to Essendon?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Ferntree Gully to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ferntree Gully to Essendon bus from?

Ferntree Gully to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Brenock Park Dr/Burwood Hwy station.

Where do I catch the Ferntree Gully to Essendon train from?

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

Where does the Ferntree Gully to Essendon bus arrive?

Ferntree Gully to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Where does the Ferntree Gully to Essendon train arrive?

Ferntree Gully to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Melbourne Central Station.

Can I drive from Ferntree Gully to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ferntree Gully to Essendon is 41 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Ferntree Gully to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 4870+ hotels available in Essendon.

Ferntree Gully to Essendon - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 59 tram

There are 6 ways to get from Ferntree Gully to Essendon by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 59 tram
best
1. Take the train from Ferntree Gully Station to Melbourne Central StationBelgrave
2. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #4359
1h 21m
$12
Line 732 bus, line 903 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Brenock Park Dr/Burwood Hwy to Box Hill Bus Station/Station St732
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd903
2h 46m
$4
Train, line 903 bus
1. Take the train from Ferntree Gully Station to Box Hill StationBelgrave / ...
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd903
2h 23m
$10
Drive 40.5 km
1. Drive from Ferntree Gully to Essendon40.5 km
42 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ferntree Gully to Essendon40.5 km
42 min
$95–120
Train, line 59 tram via Flinders Street Station
1. Take the train from Ferntree Gully Station to Flinders Street StationBelgrave
2. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #4459
1h 36m
$12

Ferntree Gully to Essendon by train and tram

120Weekly Services

1h 21mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 44.2 km
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Ferntree Gully, VIC, Australia and Essendon, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Brenock Park Dr/Burwood Hwy to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St in around 2h 46m.

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