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

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine to Essendon Fields is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunshine to Essendon Fields is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $28 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine and Essendon Fields?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Corio St/Hampshire Rd and arriving at DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Sunshine and Essendon Fields?

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine station to Essendon Fields. However, there are services departing from Sunshine Station and arriving at Earl St/Matthews Ave #56 via North Melbourne Station and Fletcher St/Napier St #41. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Sunshine to Essendon Fields?

The distance between Sunshine and Essendon Fields is 21 km. The road distance is 13.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunshine to Essendon Fields without a car is to train and line 59 tram which takes 50 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Sunshine to Essendon Fields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunshine to Essendon Fields bus from?

Sunshine to Essendon Fields bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, depart from Corio St/Hampshire Rd station.

Where do I catch the Sunshine to Essendon Fields train from?

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

Where does the Sunshine to Essendon Fields bus arrive?

Sunshine to Essendon Fields bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, arrive at DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd station.

Where does the Sunshine to Essendon Fields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunshine to Essendon Fields?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine to Essendon Fields is 13 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Sunshine to Essendon Fields.

Where can I stay near Essendon Fields?

There are 4801+ hotels available in Essendon Fields.

Sunshine to Essendon Fields - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 59 tram

There are 5 ways to get from Sunshine to Essendon Fields by train, tram, bus, taxi, car, or towncar

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

Train, line 59 tram
best
1. Take the train from Sunshine Station to North Melbourne Station
2. Take the train from North Melbourne Station to Essendon Station
3. Take the tram from Fletcher St/Napier St #41 to Earl St/Matthews Ave #5659
50 min
$12
Drive 13.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunshine to Essendon Fields13.1 km
13 min
$3–4
Line 903 bus
1. Take the bus from Corio St/Hampshire Rd to DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd903
52 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunshine to Essendon Fields13.1 km
13 min
$28–35
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Sunshine to Melbourne Essendon Apt Airport12.4 km
11 min

Sunshine to Essendon Fields by train and tram

475Weekly Services

50 minAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.2 km
Duration: 50 min

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

Metropolitan Buses operates a bus from Corio St/Hampshire Rd to DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 52 min.

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