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

The cheapest way to get from Clayton to Essendon is to line 733 bus and line 903 bus which costs $6 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Clayton to Essendon is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs $70 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Clayton and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Clayton to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Hourigan Ave/Clayton Rd and arriving at Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Clayton and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Clayton station to Essendon station. However, there are services departing from Clayton Station and arriving at Essendon Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Clayton to Essendon?

The distance between Clayton and Essendon is 28 km. The road distance is 30 km.

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

The best way to get from Clayton to Essendon without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Clayton to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clayton to Essendon bus from?

Clayton to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Hourigan Ave/Clayton Rd station.

Where do I catch the Clayton to Essendon train from?

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

Train or bus from Clayton to Essendon?

The best way to get from Clayton to Essendon is to train which takes 54 min and costs $12. Alternatively, you can line 733 bus and line 903 bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Clayton to Essendon bus arrive?

Clayton to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Where does the Clayton to Essendon train arrive?

Clayton to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Town Hall Station.

Can I drive from Clayton to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Clayton to Essendon is 30 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Clayton to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5131+ hotels available in Essendon.

Clayton to Essendon - 5 ways to travel via train, line 733 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clayton Station to Town Hall Stationtrain Cranbourne / ...
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
54 min
$12
Line 733 bus, line 903 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hourigan Ave/Clayton Rd to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus 733
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rdbus 903
2h 42m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Clayton to Essendontaxi 30 km
29 min
$70–90
Drive 30 km
1. Drive from Clayton to Essendoncar 30 km
29 min
$6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oakleigh Station/Portman St to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rdbus 903
2h 51m
$12

Clayton to Essendon by train

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Distance: 28.5 km
Duration: 54 min

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

You can take a train from Clayton Station to Essendon Station via Town Hall Station and Flinders Street Station in around 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hourigan Ave/Clayton Rd to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St in around 2h 42m.

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