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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Croydon is to train which costs $6 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Croydon is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Croydon station. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Croydon station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Croydon Station via Parliament Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Essendon to Croydon?

The distance between Essendon and Croydon is 39 km. The road distance is 38.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Essendon to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Croydon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Croydon train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Croydon?

The best way to get from Essendon to Croydon is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 903 bus, which costs $12 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Essendon to Croydon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essendon to Croydon train arrive?

Essendon to Croydon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Parliament Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Croydon is 39 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Essendon to Croydon.

Where can I stay near Croydon?

There are 761+ hotels available in Croydon.

Essendon to Croydon - 5 ways to travel via train, line 903 bus, car, and taxi

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

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1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Parliament Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Parliament Station to Croydon Stationtrain Lilydale
1h 28m
$6
Line 903 bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus 903
2h 20m
$12
Drive 38.6 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Croydoncar 38.6 km
34 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Croydontaxi 38.6 km
34 min
$90–110
Line 59 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St #5tram 59
2. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Croydon Stationtrain Lilydale
1h 47m
$12

Essendon to Croydon by train

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Distance: 39.3 km
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Croydon Station via Parliament Station in around 1h 28m. 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.

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