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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Southbank is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Southbank is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $29 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Southbank?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd and arriving at Little Collins St/Queen St. Services depart once daily, and operate Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Southbank?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essendon Station station and arriving at Flinders Street Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Essendon to Southbank?

The distance between Essendon and Southbank is 11 km. The road distance is 10.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Southbank without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street Station takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Southbank bus from?

Essendon to Southbank bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd station.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Southbank train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Southbank?

The best way to get from Essendon to Southbank is to train which takes 21 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 959 bus, which costs $6 and takes 26 min.

Where does the Essendon to Southbank bus arrive?

Essendon to Southbank bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Little Collins St/Queen St station.

Where does the Essendon to Southbank train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Southbank?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Southbank is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Essendon to Southbank.

Where can I stay near Southbank?

There are 5301+ hotels available in Southbank.

Essendon to Southbank - 5 ways to travel via train, line 959 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Craigieburn
21 min
$6
Drive 10.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Southbankcar 10.6 km
12 min
$2–3
Line 959 bus
1. Take the bus from Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd to Little Collins St/Queen Stbus 959
26 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Southbanktaxi 10.6 km
12 min
$29–35
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 to Flinders Streettram 59
40 min
$6

Essendon to Southbank by train

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Distance: 11 km
Duration: 21 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Essendon Station to Flinders Street Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd to Little Collins St/Queen St once daily. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 26 min.

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