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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Sunshine to Essendon is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $25 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine and Essendon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sunshine Station/Dickson St station and arriving at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Sunshine and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine station to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Sunshine Station and arriving at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 via Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Sunshine to Essendon?

The distance between Sunshine and Essendon is 16 km. The road distance is 10.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunshine to Essendon without a car is to line 903 bus which takes 42 min and costs $6.

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

The line 903 bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sunshine to Essendon bus from?

Sunshine to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Where do I catch the Sunshine to Essendon train from?

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

Where does the Sunshine to Essendon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunshine to Essendon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunshine to Essendon?

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

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5158+ hotels available in Essendon.

Sunshine to Essendon - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 903 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Sunshine to Essendon by bus, train, tram, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 903 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rdbus 903
42 min
$6
Drive 10.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunshine to Essendoncar 10.4 km
11 min
$2–3
Train, line 59 tram
1. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Parkville Stationtrain Sunbury
2. Take the tram from Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43tram 59
50 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunshine to Essendontaxi 10.4 km
11 min
$25–30

Sunshine to Essendon by bus

401Weekly Buses

42 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 15.5 km
Duration: 42 min

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 42 min.

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