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

The cheapest way to get from Fitzroy to Essendon is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Fitzroy to Essendon is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $22 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Fitzroy and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Fitzroy to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Melbourne University/Grattan St and arriving at Florence St/Thistle St via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Fitzroy and Essendon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parliament Station station and arriving at Essendon Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Fitzroy to Essendon?

The distance between Fitzroy and Essendon is 10 km. The road distance is 9.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Fitzroy to Essendon without a car is to train which takes 18 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Parliament Station to Essendon Station takes 18 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Fitzroy to Essendon bus from?

Fitzroy to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Melbourne University/Grattan St station.

Where do I catch the Fitzroy to Essendon train from?

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

Train or bus from Fitzroy to Essendon?

The best way to get from Fitzroy to Essendon is to train which takes 18 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 505 bus and line 476 bus, which costs $5 and takes 56 min.

Where does the Fitzroy to Essendon bus arrive?

Fitzroy to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where does the Fitzroy to Essendon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fitzroy to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Fitzroy to Essendon is 10 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Fitzroy to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 4870+ hotels available in Essendon.

Fitzroy to Essendon - 6 ways to travel via train, line 505 bus

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

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 Parliament Station to Essendon StationCraigieburn
18 min
$6
Drive 9.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Fitzroy to Essendon9.8 km
12 min
$2–3
Line 505 bus, line 476 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne University/Grattan St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd505
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Florence St/Thistle St476
56 min
$4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fitzroy to Essendon9.8 km
12 min
$22–27
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Queen Victoria Market/Elizabeth St #7 to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #4459
27 min
$6
Line 11 tram, line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from St David St/Brunswick St #15 to Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #611
2. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #4459
55 min
$12

Fitzroy to Essendon by train

235Weekly Trains

18 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 9.7 km
Duration: 18 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Parliament Station to Essendon Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Melbourne University/Grattan St to Florence St/Thistle St via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd in around 56 min.

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