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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon North is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 9 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon North is to taxi which takes 9 min and costs $35 - $45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon North. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and arriving at Essendon North PS/Keilor Rd via Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

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

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Essendon North is 11 km. The road distance is 10.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon North without a car is to line 478 bus and line 59 tram which takes 28 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 28 min to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon North, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon North is 11 km. It takes approximately 9 min to drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon North.

Where can I stay near Essendon North?

There are 5086+ hotels available in Essendon North.

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

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

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

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

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Line 478 bus, line 59 tram
best
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Dromana Ave/Matthews Avebus 478 / ...
2. Take the tram from Airport West/Matthews Ave #59 to Cooper St/Keilor Rd #50tram 59
28 min
$12
Drive 10.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Northcar 10.7 km
9 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon Northtaxi 10.7 km
9 min
$35–45
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Essendon-MEBrideshare 10.7 km
9 min
$23–29
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 Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave to Essendon North PS/Keilor Rdbus 959 / ...
47 min
$12

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Essendon North by bus and tram

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Distance: 11.4 km
Duration: 28 min

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

You can take a bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Essendon North PS/Keilor Rd via Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave in around 47 min.

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