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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Cheltenham is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Cheltenham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Mentone Station/Como Pde station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Cheltenham station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Cheltenham Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Essendon to Cheltenham?

The distance between Essendon and Cheltenham is 32 km. The road distance is 30.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Essendon to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Cheltenham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Cheltenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Essendon to Cheltenham is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Essendon to Cheltenham bus arrive?

Essendon to Cheltenham bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Mentone Station/Como Pde.

Where does the Essendon to Cheltenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Cheltenham is 30 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Essendon to Cheltenham.

Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

There are 5015+ hotels available in Cheltenham.

Essendon to Cheltenham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Essendon to Cheltenham by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Cheltenham Stationtrain Frankston
1h 4m
$6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Mentone Station/Como Pdebus 903
2h 52m
$6
Drive 30.1 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Cheltenhamcar 30.1 km
31 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Cheltenhamtaxi 30.1 km
31 min
$70–90
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 Cheltenham Stationtrain Frankston
1h 24m
$12
Bus, line 822 bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rdbus 903
2. Take the bus from Chadstone Shopping Centre/Eastern Access Rd to Cheltenham Park/Park Rdbus 822
3h 24m
$6

Essendon to Cheltenham by train

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Distance: 32.1 km
Duration: 1h 4m

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Cheltenham Station via Flinders Street Station in around 1h 4m. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Mentone Station/Como Pde every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 2h 52m.

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