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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Brighton is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Brighton is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Brighton?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Brighton station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at North Brighton Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Brighton?

The distance between Essendon and Brighton is 23 km. The road distance is 20.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Brighton without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Essendon to Brighton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Brighton train from?

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

Where does the Essendon to Brighton train arrive?

Essendon to Brighton train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Brighton?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Brighton is 21 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Essendon to Brighton.

Where can I stay near Brighton?

There are 5218+ hotels available in Brighton.

Essendon to Brighton - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and line 59 tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Essendon to Brighton by train, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to North Brighton Stationtrain Sandringham
49 min
$6
Drive 20.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Brightoncar 20.8 km
23 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Brightontaxi 20.8 km
23 min
$50–65
Line 59 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Flinders Streettram 59
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to North Brighton Stationtrain Sandringham
1h 9m
$12

Essendon to Brighton by train

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Distance: 22.9 km
Duration: 49 min

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to North Brighton Station via Flinders Street Station in around 49 min.

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