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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Altona is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Altona is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Altona?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Railway St North/Pier St. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Altona?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Altona station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Westona Station via North Melbourne Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Altona?

The distance between Essendon and Altona is 23 km. The road distance is 19.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Altona without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 48 min to get from Essendon to Altona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Altona bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Altona train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Altona?

The best way to get from Essendon to Altona is to train which takes 48 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Essendon to Altona bus arrive?

Essendon to Altona bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at Railway St North/Pier St station.

Where does the Essendon to Altona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Altona?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Altona is 19 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Essendon to Altona.

Where can I stay near Altona?

There are 5136+ hotels available in Altona.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Essendon to Altona 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 Westona Stationtrain Werribee / ...
48 min
$6
Drive 19.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Altonacar 19.2 km
19 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Railway St North/Pier Stbus 903
1h 3m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Altonataxi 19.2 km
19 min
$50–60

Essendon to Altona by train

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Distance: 23.3 km
Duration: 48 min

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Westona Station via North Melbourne Station in around 48 min. Alternatively, Public Transport Victoria operates a bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Railway St North/Pier St every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 3m. Metropolitan buses also services this route every 30 minutes.

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