What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Altona North?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Altona North is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Altona North?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Altona North is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Altona North?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at McArthurs Rd/Millers Rd. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Altona North?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Altona North station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Newport Station via North Melbourne Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Altona North?

The distance between Essendon and Altona North is 23 km. The road distance is 15.5 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Altona North without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Altona North without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs $25 - $29.

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Altona North?

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Essendon to Altona North, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Altona North bus from?

Essendon to Altona North bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, depart from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Altona North train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Altona North?

The best way to get from Essendon to Altona North is to train which takes 51 min and costs $25 - $29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 54 min.

Where does the Essendon to Altona North bus arrive?

Essendon to Altona North bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at McArthurs Rd/Millers Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Altona North train arrive?

Essendon to Altona North train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at North Melbourne Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Altona North?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Altona North is 16 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Essendon to Altona North.

Where can I stay near Altona North?

There are 5055+ hotels available in Altona North.

Essendon to Altona North - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Essendon to Altona North by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to North Melbourne Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from North Melbourne Station to Newport Stationtrain Williamstown / ...
51 min
$26–28
Drive 15.5 km
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1. Drive from Essendon to Altona Northcar 15.5 km
17 min
$3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to McArthurs Rd/Millers Rdbus 903
54 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Altona Northtaxi 15.5 km
17 min
$40–50

Essendon to Altona North by bus

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Distance: 22.7 km
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Altona North, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Altona North via North Melbourne Station, Newport Station, Newport Interchange/Mason St, and Seventh Ave/Blackshaws Rd in around 51 min. Alternatively, Public Transport Victoria operates a bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to McArthurs Rd/Millers Rd every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 54 min. Metropolitan buses also services this route every 30 minutes.

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