What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon Fields to Aintree?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon Fields to Aintree is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon Fields to Aintree?

The fastest way to get from Essendon Fields to Aintree is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $60 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon Fields and Aintree?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon Fields to Aintree. However, there are services departing from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd and arriving at Stewart Cres/Westcott Pde via Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon Fields and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon Fields to Aintree station. However, there are services departing from Earl St/Matthews Ave #56 and arriving at Rockbank Station via Essendon Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Essendon Fields to Aintree?

The distance between Essendon Fields and Aintree is 34 km. The road distance is 23.7 km.

How do I travel from Essendon Fields to Aintree without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon Fields to Aintree without a car is to line 903 bus and train which takes 1h 17m and costs $12 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Essendon Fields to Aintree?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Essendon Fields to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon Fields to Aintree bus from?

Essendon Fields to Aintree bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd station.

Where do I catch the Essendon Fields to Aintree train from?

Essendon Fields to Aintree train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Earl St/Matthews Ave #56 station.

Where does the Essendon Fields to Aintree bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essendon Fields to Aintree train arrive?

Essendon Fields to Aintree train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Fletcher St/Napier St #41 station.

Can I drive from Essendon Fields to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon Fields to Aintree is 24 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Essendon Fields to Aintree.

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Essendon Fields to Aintree - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 903 bus

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

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Line 903 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Rockbank Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 17m
$13–17
Drive 23.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon Fields to Aintreecar 23.7 km
22 min
$5–7
Line 59 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Earl St/Matthews Ave #56 to Fletcher St/Napier St #41tram 59
2. Take the train from Essendon Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Rockbank Stationtrain
1h 39m
$20–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon Fields to Aintreetaxi 23.7 km
22 min
$60–80
Line 903 bus, line 456 bus
1. Take the bus from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Stewart Cres/Westcott Pdebus 456
1h 45m
$12

Essendon Fields to Aintree by bus and train

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Distance: 34.3 km
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Essendon Fields, VIC, Australia and Aintree, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd to Stewart Cres/Westcott Pde via Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 1h 45m.

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