What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Glen Iris?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Glen Iris is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Glen Iris?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Glen Iris is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Glen Iris?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Glen Iris. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Dent St/Albion Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Glen Iris?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Glen Iris station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Darling Station via Parliament Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Glen Iris?

The distance between Essendon and Glen Iris is 21 km. The road distance is 21.8 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Glen Iris without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Glen Iris without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Glen Iris?

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Essendon to Glen Iris, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Glen Iris bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Glen Iris train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Glen Iris?

The best way to get from Essendon to Glen Iris is to train which takes 55 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Essendon to Glen Iris bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essendon to Glen Iris train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Glen Iris?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Glen Iris is 22 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Essendon to Glen Iris.

Where can I stay near Glen Iris?

There are 5251+ hotels available in Glen Iris.

Essendon to Glen Iris - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Essendon to Glen Iris 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 Darling Stationtrain Glen Waverley
55 min
$6
Drive 21.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Glen Iriscar 21.8 km
22 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus 903
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Dent St/Albion Rdbus 612
2h 42m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Glen Iristaxi 21.8 km
22 min
$50–65
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 Darling Stationtrain Glen Waverley
1h 14m
$12

Essendon to Glen Iris by train

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Distance: 20.9 km
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Glen Iris, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Darling Station via Parliament Station in around 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Dent St/Albion Rd via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St in around 2h 42m.

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