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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Balwyn North is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Balwyn North is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $50 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Balwyn North?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Balwyn North. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Greythorn LPO/Doncaster Rd via Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Balwyn North?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Balwyn North. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd #51 via Lansdowne St/Wellington Pde #9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Essendon to Balwyn North?

The distance between Essendon and Balwyn North is 21 km. The road distance is 20 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Balwyn North without a car is to train and line 48 tram which takes 1h 9m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 9m to get from Essendon to Balwyn North, including transfers.

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

Essendon to Balwyn North bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd station.

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

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

Where does the Essendon to Balwyn North bus arrive?

Essendon to Balwyn North bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Balwyn North train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Balwyn North?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Balwyn North is 20 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Essendon to Balwyn North.

Where can I stay near Balwyn North?

There are 5314+ hotels available in Balwyn North.

Essendon to Balwyn North - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 48 tram

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

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Train, line 48 tram
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Parliament Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the tram from Lansdowne St/Wellington Pde #9 to Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd #51tram 48
1h 9m
$12
Drive 20 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Balwyn Northcar 20 km
21 min
$4–6
Line 903 bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rdbus 903
1h 50m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Balwyn Northtaxi 20 km
21 min
$50–60

Essendon to Balwyn North by train, foot, and tram

305Weekly Services

1h 9mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.1 km
Duration: 1h 9m

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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