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

The cheapest way to get from Hawthorn to Essendon is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Hawthorn and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Hawthorn station to Essendon station. However, there are services departing from Glenferrie Station and arriving at Essendon Station via Parliament Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Hawthorn to Essendon?

The distance between Hawthorn and Essendon is 16 km. The road distance is 15.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Hawthorn to Essendon without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Hawthorn to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hawthorn to Essendon train from?

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

Where does the Hawthorn to Essendon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hawthorn to Essendon?

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

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5170+ hotels available in Essendon.

Hawthorn to Essendon - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and line 59 tram

There are 5 ways to get from Hawthorn to Essendon by train, 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 Glenferrie Station to Parliament Stationtrain Lilydale / ...
2. Take the train from Parliament Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
45 min
$5
Drive 15.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Hawthorn to Essendoncar 15.4 km
17 min
$3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hawthorn to Essendontaxi 15.4 km
17 min
$30–40
Train, line 59 tram
1. Take the train from Glenferrie Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Lilydale / ...
2. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43tram 59
47 min
$11
Line 16 tram, line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Liddiard St/Glenferrie Rd #75 to Melbourne Central Station/Swanston St #8tram 16
2. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44tram 59
1h 48m
$11

Hawthorn to Essendon by train

267Weekly Trains

45 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 16.3 km
Duration: 45 min

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

You can take a train from Glenferrie Station to Essendon Station via Parliament Station in around 45 min.

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