What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Essendon?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Essendon is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Essendon?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne CBD to Essendon is to train which takes 10 min and costs $6.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne CBD and Essendon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Flinders Lane/Queen St and arriving at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd. Services depart once daily, and operate Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne CBD and Essendon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from North Melbourne Station station and arriving at Essendon Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Melbourne CBD to Essendon?

The distance between Melbourne CBD and Essendon is 6 km. The road distance is 9.7 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne CBD to Essendon without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Essendon without a car is to train which takes 10 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne CBD to Essendon?

The train from North Melbourne Station to Essendon Station takes 10 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Essendon bus from?

Melbourne CBD to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Flinders Lane/Queen St station.

Where do I catch the Melbourne CBD to Essendon train from?

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

Train or bus from Melbourne CBD to Essendon?

The best way to get from Melbourne CBD to Essendon is to train which takes 10 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 959 bus, which costs $5 and takes 18 min.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Essendon bus arrive?

Melbourne CBD to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne CBD to Essendon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne CBD to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne CBD to Essendon is 10 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Melbourne CBD to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5167+ hotels available in Essendon.

Melbourne CBD to Essendon - 5 ways to travel via train, line 959 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne CBD to Essendon by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from North Melbourne Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
10 min
$6
Drive 9.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne CBD to Essendoncar 9.7 km
11 min
$2–3
Line 959 bus
1. Take the bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rdbus 959
18 min
$5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne CBD to Essendontaxi 9.7 km
11 min
$21–26
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43tram 59
30 min
$6

Melbourne CBD to Essendon by train

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Distance: 6.4 km
Duration: 10 min

What companies run services between Melbourne CBD, VIC, Australia and Essendon, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from North Melbourne Station to Essendon Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd once daily. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 18 min.

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