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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Essendon Station is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 10 min.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Essendon Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Flinders Lane/Queen St and arriving at 40-Nicholson St/Fletcher St. Services depart once daily, and operate Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Essendon Station?

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 to Essendon Station?

The distance between Melbourne and Essendon Station is 6 km. The road distance is 8.5 km.

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

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

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

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 to Essendon Station bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Melbourne to Essendon Station?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Essendon Station is to train which takes 10 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 959 bus, which costs $6 and takes 23 min.

Where does the Melbourne to Essendon Station bus arrive?

Melbourne to Essendon Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at 40-Nicholson St/Fletcher St station.

Where does the Melbourne to Essendon Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Essendon Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Essendon Station is 9 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Melbourne to Essendon Station.

Where can I stay near Essendon Station?

There are 5271+ hotels available in Essendon Station.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Essendon Station 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 8.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Essendon Stationcar 8.5 km
10 min
$2–3
Line 959 bus
1. Take the bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to 40-Nicholson St/Fletcher Stbus 959
23 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Essendon Stationtaxi 8.5 km
10 min
$19–24
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Fletcher St/Napier St #41tram 59
28 min
$6

Melbourne to Essendon Station by train

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Distance: 6.4 km
Duration: 10 min

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Essendon Station, 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 40-Nicholson St/Fletcher St once daily. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 16 min.

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