What is the cheapest way to get from Cairnlea to Essendon West?

The cheapest way to get from Cairnlea to Essendon West is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairnlea to Essendon West?

The fastest way to get from Cairnlea to Essendon West is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Cairnlea and Essendon West?

No, there is no direct bus from Cairnlea to Essendon West. However, there are services departing from Deer Park Hotel/Ballarat Rd and arriving at Prospect St/Buckley St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Cairnlea and Essendon West?

No, there is no direct train from Cairnlea station to Essendon West. However, there are services departing from St Albans Station and arriving at Rosamond Rd/Raleigh Rd #46 via Footscray Station/Leeds St #64. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Cairnlea to Essendon West?

The distance between Cairnlea and Essendon West is 17 km. The road distance is 11.3 km.

How do I travel from Cairnlea to Essendon West without a car?

The best way to get from Cairnlea to Essendon West without a car is to train and line 82 tram which takes 45 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Cairnlea to Essendon West?

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Cairnlea to Essendon West, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairnlea to Essendon West bus from?

Cairnlea to Essendon West bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Deer Park Hotel/Ballarat Rd station.

Where do I catch the Cairnlea to Essendon West train from?

Cairnlea to Essendon West train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from St Albans Station.

Where does the Cairnlea to Essendon West bus arrive?

Cairnlea to Essendon West bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Where does the Cairnlea to Essendon West train arrive?

Cairnlea to Essendon West train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Cairnlea to Essendon West?

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

Where can I stay near Essendon West?

There are 5108+ hotels available in Essendon West.

Cairnlea to Essendon West - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 82 tram

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

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Train, line 82 tram
best
1. Take the train from St Albans Station to Footscray Stationtrain Sunbury
2. Take the tram from Footscray Station/Leeds St #64 to Rosamond Rd/Raleigh Rd #46tram 82
45 min
$12
Drive 11.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Cairnlea to Essendon Westcar 11.3 km
11 min
$2–3
Line 426 bus, line 903 bus
1. Take the bus from Deer Park Hotel/Ballarat Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 426 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Prospect St/Buckley Stbus 903
57 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairnlea to Essendon Westtaxi 11.3 km
11 min
$30–40
Line 420 bus, line 903 bus
1. Take the bus from Solomon Dr/Station Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 420
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Prospect St/Buckley Stbus 903
1h 12m
$6

Cairnlea to Essendon West by train and tram

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Distance: 17.5 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Cairnlea, VIC, Australia and Essendon West, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Deer Park Hotel/Ballarat Rd to Prospect St/Buckley St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 57 min.

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