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 train between Fitzroy and Essendon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Parliament Station station and arriving at Essendon Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 17 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 17 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Parliament Station to Essendon Station takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Fitzroy to Essendon train from?

Fitzroy to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Parliament 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 5175+ hotels available in Essendon.

Fitzroy to Essendon - 6 ways to travel via train, line 241 bus, taxi, and car

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 Stationtrain Craigieburn
17 min
$6
Drive 9.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Fitzroy to Essendoncar 9.8 km
12 min
$2–3
Line 241 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Brunswick St/Johnston St to North Melbourne Station/Dryburgh Stbus 241
2. Take the train from North Melbourne Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
44 min
$10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fitzroy to Essendontaxi 9.8 km
12 min
$22–27
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44tram 59
30 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 #6tram 11
2. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44tram 59
54 min
$12

Fitzroy to Essendon by train

267Weekly Trains

17 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 9.7 km
Duration: 17 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 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 17 min.

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