What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Hawthorn East?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Hawthorn East is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Hawthorn East?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Hawthorn East is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Hawthorn East?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon station to Hawthorn East. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station/Russell St and arriving at Riversdale Rd/Auburn Rd via Ivanhoe Station/Norman St and Cotham Rd/Normanby Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Hawthorn East?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Hawthorn East. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Hastings Rd/Riversdale Rd #38 via Swanston St/Flinders St #5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Hawthorn East?

The distance between Essendon and Hawthorn East is 19 km. The road distance is 17.5 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Hawthorn East without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Hawthorn East without a car is to train and line 75 tram which takes 55 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Hawthorn East?

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Essendon to Hawthorn East, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Hawthorn East bus from?

Essendon to Hawthorn East bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Essendon Station/Russell St.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Hawthorn East train from?

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

Where does the Essendon to Hawthorn East bus arrive?

Essendon to Hawthorn East bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Ivanhoe Station/Norman St.

Where does the Essendon to Hawthorn East train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Hawthorn East?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Hawthorn East is 18 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Essendon to Hawthorn East.

Where can I stay near Hawthorn East?

There are 5230+ hotels available in Hawthorn East.

Essendon to Hawthorn East - 5 ways to travel via train, line 75 tram, and bus

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

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Train, line 75 tram
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the tram from Swanston St/Flinders St #5 to Hastings Rd/Riversdale Rd #38tram 75 / ...
55 min
$12
Drive 17.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Hawthorn Eastcar 17.5 km
20 min
$4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essendon Station/Russell St to Ivanhoe Station/Norman Stbus 510
2. Take the bus from Ivanhoe Station/Norman St to Genazzano College/Cotham Rdbus 548
1h 31m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Hawthorn Easttaxi 17.5 km
20 min
$45–55
Line 59 tram, line 75 tram
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Flinders Streettram 59
2. Take the tram from Elizabeth St/Flinders St #4 to Hastings Rd/Riversdale Rd #38tram 75 / ...
1h 16m
$12

Essendon to Hawthorn East by train and tram

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Distance: 19.5 km
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Hawthorn East, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Essendon Station/Russell St to Riversdale Rd/Auburn Rd via Ivanhoe Station/Norman St, Genazzano College/Cotham Rd, and Cotham Rd/Normanby Rd in around 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Hastings Rd/Riversdale Rd #38 via Flinders Street and Elizabeth St/Flinders St #4 in around 1h 16m.

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