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

The cheapest way to get from North Melbourne to Essendon is to train which costs $6 and takes 7 min.

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

The fastest way to get from North Melbourne to Essendon is to train which takes 7 min and costs $6.

Is there a direct train between North Melbourne and Essendon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kensington Station station and arriving at Essendon Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from North Melbourne to Essendon?

The distance between North Melbourne and Essendon is 4 km.

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

The best way to get from North Melbourne to Essendon without a car is to train which takes 7 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Kensington Station to Essendon Station takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

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

Where does the North Melbourne to Essendon train arrive?

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

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5171+ hotels available in Essendon.

North Melbourne to Essendon - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, and foot

There are 4 ways to get from North Melbourne to Essendon by train, taxi, foot, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kensington Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
7 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from North Melbourne to Essendontaxi 6.7 km
8 min
$16–20
Walk
1. Take the foot from North Melbourne to Essendonwalk 6.6 km
1h 19m
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Royal Childrens Hospital/Flemington Rd #19 to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43tram 59
20 min
$6

North Melbourne to Essendon by train

529Weekly Trains

7 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 4.4 km
Duration: 7 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Kensington Station to Essendon Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 7 min.

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