What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Caulfield Racecourse?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Caulfield via Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Caulfield Racecourse?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Caulfield Racecourse station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Caulfield Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse?

The distance between Essendon and Caulfield Racecourse is 22 km. The road distance is 21.1 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse?

The best way to get from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse is to train which takes 53 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse bus arrive?

Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse is 21 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse.

Where can I stay near Caulfield Racecourse?

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Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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

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best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Caulfield Stationtrain Frankston
53 min
$6
Drive 21.1 km
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1. Drive from Essendon to Caulfield Racecoursecar 21.1 km
24 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rdbus 903
2h 46m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Caulfield Racecoursetaxi 21.1 km
24 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 Town Hall Station to Caulfield Stationtrain Pakenham / ...
1h 8m
$12

Essendon to Caulfield Racecourse by train and foot

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Distance: 22.1 km
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Caulfield Racecourse, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Caulfield Racecourse via Flinders Street Station and Caulfield Station in around 53 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 2h 16m.

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