What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 7 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs $29 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Essendon Fields?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and arriving at Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Essendon Fields is 8 km. The road distance is 8.2 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields without a car is to line 478 bus which takes 13 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields?

The line 478 bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave takes 13 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields bus from?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields bus arrive?

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields is 8 km. It takes approximately 7 min to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields.

Where can I stay near Essendon Fields?

There are 4972+ hotels available in Essendon Fields.

Can I share a ride from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Essendon Fields. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields - 5 ways to travel via line 478 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields by bus, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Line 478 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Dromana Ave/Matthews Avebus 478 / ...
13 min
$6
Drive 8.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fieldscar 8.2 km
7 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fieldstaxi 8.2 km
7 min
$29–35
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Essendon-MEBrideshare 8.2 km
7 min
Line 478 bus, line 477 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Dromana Ave/Matthews Avebus 478 / ...
2. Take the bus from Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis St to Essendon Fields/English Stbus 477
38 min
$12

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Fields by bus

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Distance: 7.8 km
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Melbourne Airport (MEL), Australia and Essendon Fields, VIC, Australia?

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 13 min.

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