What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 7 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The fastest way to get from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon Fields and Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave and arriving at Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.

How far is it from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The distance between Essendon Fields and Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 7 km. The road distance is 8.6 km.

How do I travel from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL) without a car is to line 478 bus which takes 15 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

The line 478 bus from Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd takes 15 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus from?

Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave station.

Where does the Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus arrive?

Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL) bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station.

Can I drive from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL) is 9 km. It takes approximately 7 min to drive from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Where can I stay near Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

There are 3991+ hotels available in Melbourne Airport (MEL).

Can I share a ride from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Essendon Fields and Melbourne Airport (MEL). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL) - 5 ways to travel via line 478 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL) by bus, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Line 478 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 478 / ...
15 min
$6
Drive 8.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL)car 8.6 km
7 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL)taxi 8.6 km
7 min
$30–40
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Essendon-MEB to Melbourne-MELrideshare 8.6 km
7 min
Line 477 bus, line 478 bus
1. Take the bus from Essendon Fields/English St to Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis Stbus 477
2. Take the bus from Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis St to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 478 / ...
45 min
$12

Essendon Fields to Melbourne Airport (MEL) by bus

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Distance: 7.3 km
Duration: 15 min

What companies run services between Essendon Fields, VIC, Australia and Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia?

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 15 min.

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