What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse is to bus via Corrigan Rd/Princes Hwy which costs $6 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Sandown Racecourse?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Corrigan Rd/Princes Hwy via Oakleigh Station/Portman St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Sandown Racecourse?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Sandown Racecourse station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Sandown Park Station via Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse?

The distance between Essendon and Sandown Racecourse is 39 km. The road distance is 36.6 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse?

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Sandown Racecourse bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Sandown Racecourse train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse?

The best way to get from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus via Corrigan Rd/Princes Hwy, which costs $6 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Essendon to Sandown Racecourse bus arrive?

Essendon to Sandown Racecourse bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Oakleigh Station/Portman St.

Where does the Essendon to Sandown Racecourse train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Sandown Racecourse is 37 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Essendon to Sandown Racecourse.

Where can I stay near Sandown Racecourse?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Sandown Park Stationtrain Cranbourne / ...
1h 49m
$12
Bus via Corrigan Rd/Princes Hwy
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Oakleigh Station/Portman Stbus 903
3h 25m
$6
Drive 36.6 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Sandown Racecoursecar 36.6 km
38 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Sandown Racecoursetaxi 36.6 km
38 min
$85–110
Line 59 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Flinders Streettram 59
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Sandown Park Stationtrain Cranbourne / ...
2h 9m
$12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Oakleigh Station/Portman Stbus 903
3h 30m
$12

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Distance: 39.2 km
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Sandown Racecourse, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Sandown Racecourse via Flinders Street Station, Town Hall Station, and Sandown Park Station in around 1h 49m. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Oakleigh Station/Portman St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Public Transport Victoria also services this route every 30 minutes.

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