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

The cheapest way to get from Port Melbourne to Essendon is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Port Melbourne to Essendon is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $26 - $32.

Is there a direct train between Port Melbourne and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Port Melbourne to Essendon station. However, there are services departing from Graham St/Light Rail #128 and arriving at Essendon Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40 min.

How far is it from Port Melbourne to Essendon?

The distance between Port Melbourne and Essendon is 11 km. The road distance is 12.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Port Melbourne to Essendon without a car is to line 109 tram and train which takes 40 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Port Melbourne to Essendon, including transfers.

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

Port Melbourne to Essendon train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Graham St/Light Rail #128 station.

Where does the Port Melbourne to Essendon train arrive?

Port Melbourne to Essendon train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Spencer St/Collins St #1 station.

Can I drive from Port Melbourne to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Melbourne to Essendon is 12 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Port Melbourne to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5170+ hotels available in Essendon.

Port Melbourne to Essendon - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 109 tram

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

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Line 109 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Graham St/Light Rail #128 to Spencer St/Collins St #1tram 109
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
40 min
$12
Drive 12.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Melbourne to Essendoncar 12.5 km
15 min
$3–4
Line 234 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bay Street Shops/Bay St to A'Beckett St/Queen Stbus 234
2. Take the train from Flagstaff Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
59 min
$10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Melbourne to Essendontaxi 12.5 km
15 min
$26–32
Line 234 bus, line 59 tram
1. Take the bus from Bay Street Shops/Bay St to Flinders Lane/Queen Stbus 234
2. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44tram 59
58 min
$10

Port Melbourne to Essendon by tram and train

323Weekly Services

40 minAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 11.2 km
Duration: 40 min

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

There is no direct connection from Port Melbourne to Essendon. However, you can take the line 109 vehicle to Spencer St/Collins St #1, walk to Southern Cross Station, then take the train to Essendon Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bay Street Shops/Bay St to Essendon Station via A'Beckett St/Queen St and Flagstaff Station in around 59 min.

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