What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Blackburn South?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Blackburn South is to drive which costs $4 - $7 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Blackburn South?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Blackburn South is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs $60 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Blackburn South?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Blackburn South. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Samuel Rd/Fulton Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Blackburn South?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Blackburn South station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Blackburn Station via Flagstaff Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Essendon to Blackburn South?

The distance between Essendon and Blackburn South is 28 km. The road distance is 26.3 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Blackburn South without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Blackburn South without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Blackburn South?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Essendon to Blackburn South, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Blackburn South bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Blackburn South train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Blackburn South?

The best way to get from Essendon to Blackburn South is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 and takes 2h 14m.

Where does the Essendon to Blackburn South bus arrive?

Essendon to Blackburn South bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Where does the Essendon to Blackburn South train arrive?

Essendon to Blackburn South train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flagstaff Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Blackburn South?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Blackburn South is 26 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Essendon to Blackburn South.

Where can I stay near Blackburn South?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flagstaff Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Flagstaff Station to Blackburn Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
1h 10m
$12
Drive 26.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Blackburn Southcar 26.3 km
30 min
$5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus 903
2h 14m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Blackburn Southtaxi 26.3 km
30 min
$60–80
Line 59 tram, line 75 tram
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Flinders Streettram 59
2. Take the tram from Elizabeth St/Flinders St #4 to Benwerrin Reserve/Burwood Hwy #68tram 75
1h 44m
$12

Essendon to Blackburn South by train and bus

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Distance: 28.2 km
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Blackburn South, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Canterbury Rd/Main St via Flagstaff Station, Blackburn Station, and Blackburn Station/South Pde in around 1h 10m. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Box Hill Bus Station/Station St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Public Transport Victoria also services this route every 30 minutes.

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