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

The cheapest way to get from Williamstown to Essendon is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Williamstown to Essendon is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Williamstown and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Williamstown station to Essendon station. However, there are services departing from North Williamstown Station and arriving at Essendon Station via North Melbourne Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Williamstown to Essendon?

The distance between Williamstown and Essendon is 17 km. The road distance is 15 km.

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

The best way to get from Williamstown to Essendon without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 36 min to get from Williamstown to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Williamstown to Essendon train from?

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

Train or bus from Williamstown to Essendon?

The best way to get from Williamstown to Essendon is to train which takes 36 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 472 bus, which costs $11 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Williamstown to Essendon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Williamstown to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Williamstown to Essendon is 15 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Williamstown to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5126+ hotels available in Essendon.

Williamstown to Essendon - 4 ways to travel via train, line 472 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Williamstown to Essendon by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from North Williamstown Station to North Melbourne StationWilliamstown
2. Take the train from North Melbourne Station to Essendon StationCraigieburn
36 min
$6
Drive 15 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Williamstown to Essendon15 km
17 min
$3–5
Line 472 bus
1. Take the bus from Knight St/Victoria St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd472
1h 5m
$10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Williamstown to Essendon15 km
17 min
$30–40

Williamstown to Essendon by train

271Weekly Trains

36 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 17 km
Duration: 36 min

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

You can take a train from North Williamstown Station to Essendon Station via North Melbourne Station in around 36 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Knight St/Victoria St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5 and the journey takes 53 min.

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