What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Williamstown Beach Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station. However, there are services departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Ferguson St/Melbourne Rd via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Williamstown Beach Station?

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

How far is it from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station?

The distance between Essendon and Williamstown Beach Station is 18 km. The road distance is 15.3 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station?

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station bus from?

Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station?

The best way to get from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station is to train which takes 45 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 472 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 27m.

Where does the Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station bus arrive?

Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Ferguson St/Melbourne Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station train arrive?

Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at North Melbourne Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station is 15 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station.

Where can I stay near Williamstown Beach Station?

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Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station by train, bus, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Essendon Station to North Melbourne Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the train from North Melbourne Station to Williamstown Beach Stationtrain Williamstown / ...
45 min
$6
Drive 15.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Stationcar 15.3 km
17 min
$3–4
Line 472 bus
1. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Ferguson St/Melbourne Rdbus 472
1h 27m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Williamstown Beach Stationtaxi 15.3 km
17 min
$40–50
Line 59 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Flinders Streettram 59
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Williamstown Beach Stationtrain Williamstown
1h 23m
$12
Line 903 bus, line 471 bus
1. Take the bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Marigold Ave/Millers Rdbus 903
2. Take the bus from Altona Gate SC/Duosa Rd to Forster St/Osborne Stbus 471
1h 41m
$12

Essendon to Williamstown Beach Station by train

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Distance: 17.9 km
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Williamstown Beach Station, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Essendon Station to Williamstown Beach Station via North Melbourne Station in around 45 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Ferguson St/Melbourne Rd every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 48 min.

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