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

The cheapest way to get from Chelsea to Essendon is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chelsea to Essendon is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Chelsea and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Chelsea station to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Chelsea Station/Station St and arriving at Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd via Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Chelsea and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Chelsea station to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Chelsea Station and arriving at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 via Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Chelsea to Essendon?

The distance between Chelsea and Essendon is 43 km. The road distance is 39.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chelsea to Essendon without a car is to train and line 59 tram which takes 1h 29m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Chelsea to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chelsea to Essendon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chelsea to Essendon train from?

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

Where does the Chelsea to Essendon bus arrive?

Chelsea to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd station.

Where does the Chelsea to Essendon train arrive?

Chelsea to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Melbourne Central Station.

Can I drive from Chelsea to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Chelsea to Essendon is 40 km. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Chelsea to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5132+ hotels available in Essendon.

Chelsea to Essendon - 4 ways to travel via train, line 59 tram, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 59 tram
best
1. Take the train from Chelsea Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43tram 59
1h 29m
$12
Drive 39.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chelsea to Essendoncar 39.9 km
41 min
$8–11
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chelsea Station/Station St to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rdbus 902
2. Take the bus from Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rdbus 903
3h 2m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chelsea to Essendontaxi 39.9 km
41 min
$95–120

Chelsea to Essendon by train and tram

727Weekly Services

1h 29mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.5 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Chelsea Station/Station St to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd via Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd in around 3h 2m.

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