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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Caulfield South?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Caulfield South. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Princes Park/Dover St via Oakleigh Station/Johnson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Caulfield South?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Caulfield South. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Dover St/Hawthorn Rd #60 via Federation Square/Swanston St #13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Essendon to Caulfield South?

The distance between Essendon and Caulfield South is 23 km. The road distance is 21 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Caulfield South without a car is to train and line 64 tram which takes 1h 11m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Essendon to Caulfield South, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Essendon to Caulfield South bus arrive?

Essendon to Caulfield South bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Oakleigh Station/Portman St.

Where does the Essendon to Caulfield South train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Caulfield South?

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

Where can I stay near Caulfield South?

There are 5228+ hotels available in Caulfield South.

Essendon to Caulfield South - 5 ways to travel via train, line 64 tram, and bus

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

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Train, line 64 tram
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the tram from Federation Square/Swanston St #13 to Dover St/Hawthorn Rd #60tram 64
1h 11m
$12
Drive 21 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Caulfield Southcar 21 km
24 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Oakleigh Station/Portman Stbus 903
3h 13m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Caulfield Southtaxi 21 km
24 min
$50–65
Line 59 tram, line 64 tram
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5tram 59
2. Take the tram from Melbourne Central Station/Swanston St #8 to Dover St/Hawthorn Rd #60tram 64
1h 30m
$12

Essendon to Caulfield South by train and tram

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Distance: 22.8 km
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Oakleigh Station/Portman St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Dover St/Hawthorn Rd #60 via Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5 and Melbourne Central Station/Swanston St #8 in around 1h 30m.

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