What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon West to Melbourne?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon West to Melbourne is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon West to Melbourne?

The fastest way to get from Essendon West to Melbourne is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon West and Melbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon West to Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Prospect St/Buckley St and arriving at Bourke St/Queen St via Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Essendon West to Melbourne?

The distance between Essendon West and Melbourne is 11 km. The road distance is 10.8 km.

How do I travel from Essendon West to Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon West to Melbourne without a car is to line 465 bus and train which takes 40 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Essendon West to Melbourne?

It takes approximately 40 min to get from Essendon West to Melbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon West to Melbourne bus from?

Essendon West to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Prospect St/Buckley St station.

Where does the Essendon West to Melbourne bus arrive?

Essendon West to Melbourne bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Marigold Ave/Millers Rd station.

Can I drive from Essendon West to Melbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon West to Melbourne is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Essendon West to Melbourne.

Where can I stay near Melbourne?

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Essendon West to Melbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 465 bus

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

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Line 465 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Garnet St/Buckley St to Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rdbus 903 / ...
2. Take the train from Essendon Station to Melbourne Central Stationtrain Craigieburn
40 min
$12
Drive 10.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon West to Melbournecar 10.8 km
12 min
$2–3
Line 903 bus, line 232 bus
1. Take the bus from Prospect St/Buckley St to Marigold Ave/Millers Rdbus 903
2. Take the bus from Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd to Bourke St/Queen Stbus 232
1h 28m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon West to Melbournetaxi 10.8 km
12 min
$30–40
Line 465 bus, line 59 tram
1. Take the bus from Prospect St/Buckley St to Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rdbus 903 / ...
2. Take the tram from Fletcher St/Napier St #41 to Bourke Street Mall/Elizabeth St #3tram 59
51 min
$12

Essendon West to Melbourne by bus and train

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Distance: 11.4 km
Duration: 40 min

What companies run services between Essendon West, VIC, Australia and Melbourne, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Prospect St/Buckley St to Bourke St/Queen St via Marigold Ave/Millers Rd and Altona Gate SC/Millers Rd in around 1h 28m.

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