What is the cheapest way to get from Caroline Springs to Essendon?

The cheapest way to get from Caroline Springs to Essendon is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Caroline Springs to Essendon?

The fastest way to get from Caroline Springs to Essendon is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Caroline Springs and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Caroline Springs to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd and arriving at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Caroline Springs and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Caroline Springs station to Essendon station. However, there are services departing from Caroline Springs Station and arriving at Essendon Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Caroline Springs to Essendon?

The distance between Caroline Springs and Essendon is 28 km. The road distance is 20.1 km.

How do I travel from Caroline Springs to Essendon without a car?

The best way to get from Caroline Springs to Essendon without a car is to bus via Sunshine Station/Dickson St which takes 1h 13m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Caroline Springs to Essendon?

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Caroline Springs to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caroline Springs to Essendon bus from?

Caroline Springs to Essendon bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, depart from Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd station.

Where do I catch the Caroline Springs to Essendon train from?

Caroline Springs to Essendon train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Caroline Springs Station.

Train or bus from Caroline Springs to Essendon?

The best way to get from Caroline Springs to Essendon is to bus via Sunshine Station/Dickson St which takes 1h 13m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18 - $23 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Caroline Springs to Essendon bus arrive?

Caroline Springs to Essendon bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Where does the Caroline Springs to Essendon train arrive?

Caroline Springs to Essendon train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Caroline Springs to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Caroline Springs to Essendon is 20 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Caroline Springs to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

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There are 5 ways to get from Caroline Springs to Essendon by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus via Sunshine Station/Dickson St
best
1. Take the bus from Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 456
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rdbus 903
1h 13m
$12
Drive 20.1 km
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1. Drive from Caroline Springs to Essendoncar 20.1 km
19 min
$4–6
Train
1. Take the train from Caroline Springs Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
1h 24m
$19–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caroline Springs to Essendontaxi 20.1 km
19 min
$50–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Grove/Caroline Springs Bvd to Highpoint SC/Rosamond Rdbus 215
2. Take the bus from Highpoint SC/Rosamond Rd to Lincoln Rd/Buckley Stbus 468
1h 13m
$6

Caroline Springs to Essendon by bus

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Distance: 27.5 km
Duration: 1h 13m

What companies run services between Caroline Springs, VIC, Australia and Essendon, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Brookside Recreation Reserve/Rockbank Middle Rd to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 1h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Grove/Caroline Springs Bvd to Essendon Station via Caroline Springs Station/Christies Rd, Caroline Springs Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 1h 24m.

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