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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbourne is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 9 min.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbourne. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and arriving at Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd via Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 50 min.

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

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

Where can I stay near Punthill Essendon, Melbourne?

There are 5239+ hotels available in Punthill Essendon, Melbourne.

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

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

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbourne

Q: How far is it from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbourne?

The distance between Melbourne Airport (MEL) and Punthill Essendon, Melbourne is 13 km. The road distance is 11.1 km.

Q: How do I travel from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbourne without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbourne without a car is to line 478 bus and line 59 tram which takes 33 min and costs $12.

Q: How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbourne?

It takes approximately 33 min to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbourne, including transfers.

Q: Can I drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbourne?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbourne 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 Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd #47tram 59
33 min
$12
Drive 11.1 km
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1. Drive from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbournecar 11.1 km
9 min
$2–3
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 Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rdbus 959 / ...
50 min
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbournetaxi 11.1 km
9 min
$35–45
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Melbourne-MEL to Punthill Essendon, Melbournerideshare 11.1 km
9 min
$23–29

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Punthill Essendon, Melbourne by bus, tram, and foot

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Distance: 12.6 km
Duration: 33 min

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

You can take a bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Punthill Essendon, Melbourne via Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave and Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd in around 50 min.

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