What is the cheapest way to get from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station?

The cheapest way to get from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station?

The fastest way to get from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $27 - $33.

Is there a direct bus between Flinders Street Station and Essendon Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Flinders Lane/Queen St and arriving at 40-Nicholson St/Fletcher St. Services depart once daily, and operate Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

Is there a direct train between Flinders Street Station and Essendon Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Flinders Street Station station and arriving at Essendon Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station?

The distance between Flinders Street Station and Essendon Station is 9 km. The road distance is 9.5 km.

How long does it take to get from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station?

The train from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station takes 17 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station bus from?

Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Flinders Lane/Queen St station.

Where do I catch the Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station?

The best way to get from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station is to train which takes 17 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 959 bus, which costs $6 and takes 29 min.

Where does the Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station bus arrive?

Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at 40-Nicholson St/Fletcher St station.

Where does the Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station is 10 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station.

Where can I stay near Essendon Station?

There are 5226+ hotels available in Essendon Station.

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

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best
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
17 min
$6
Drive 9.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Stationcar 9.5 km
11 min
$2–3
Line 959 bus
1. Take the bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to 40-Nicholson St/Fletcher Stbus 959
29 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Stationtaxi 9.5 km
11 min
$27–33
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Fletcher St/Napier St #41tram 59
36 min
$6

Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station by train

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Distance: 9.4 km
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Flinders Street Station, VIC, Australia and Essendon Station, VIC, Australia?

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 17 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to 40-Nicholson St/Fletcher St once daily. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 16 min.

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