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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Fairfield is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Fairfield is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Fairfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Fairfield station. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Fairfield Station/Wingrove St via Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Fairfield?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Fairfield station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Fairfield Station via Parliament Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Fairfield?

The distance between Essendon and Fairfield is 17 km. The road distance is 11.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Fairfield without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs $6.

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

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Essendon to Fairfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Fairfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Fairfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Fairfield?

The best way to get from Essendon to Fairfield is to train which takes 45 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 903 bus and line 567 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Essendon to Fairfield bus arrive?

Essendon to Fairfield bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Fairfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Fairfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Fairfield is 12 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Essendon to Fairfield.

Where can I stay near Fairfield?

There are 5271+ hotels available in Fairfield.

Essendon to Fairfield - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 903 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Parliament Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Parliament Station to Fairfield Stationtrain Hurstbridge
45 min
$6
Drive 11.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Fairfieldcar 11.9 km
13 min
$3–4
Line 903 bus, line 567 bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rdbus 903
2. Take the bus from Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd to Fairfield Station/Wingrove Stbus 567
1h 16m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Fairfieldtaxi 11.9 km
13 min
$30–40
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 Fairfield Stationtrain Hurstbridge
1h 3m
$12

Essendon to Fairfield by train

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Distance: 17.3 km
Duration: 45 min

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

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Fairfield Station via Parliament Station in around 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Fairfield Station/Wingrove St via Northland Shopping Centre/Murray Rd in around 1h 16m.

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