What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Essendon North?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Essendon North is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Essendon North?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Essendon North is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $35 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Essendon North?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Flinders Lane/Queen St and arriving at Cooper St/Keilor Rd. Services depart once daily, and operate Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Essendon North?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bourke Street Mall/Elizabeth St #3 and arriving at Cooper St/Keilor Rd #50. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Melbourne to Essendon North?

The distance between Melbourne and Essendon North is 12 km. The road distance is 10.8 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Essendon North without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Essendon North without a car is to line 959 bus which takes 21 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Essendon North?

The line 959 bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to Cooper St/Keilor Rd takes 21 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Essendon North bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Essendon North train from?

Melbourne to Essendon North train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Bourke Street Mall/Elizabeth St #3 station.

Where does the Melbourne to Essendon North bus arrive?

Melbourne to Essendon North bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Cooper St/Keilor Rd station.

Where does the Melbourne to Essendon North train arrive?

Melbourne to Essendon North train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Cooper St/Keilor Rd #50 station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Essendon North?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Essendon North is 11 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Melbourne to Essendon North.

Where can I stay near Essendon North?

There are 5104+ hotels available in Essendon North.

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There are 5 ways to get from Melbourne to Essendon North by bus, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 959 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to Cooper St/Keilor Rdbus 959
21 min
$6
Drive 10.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Melbourne to Essendon Northcar 10.8 km
12 min
$2–3
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Bourke Street Mall/Elizabeth St #3 to Cooper St/Keilor Rd #50tram 59
39 min
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Essendon Northtaxi 10.8 km
12 min
$35–45
Line 505 bus, line 477 bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne University/Grattan St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rdbus 505
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Cooper St/Keilor Rdbus 483 / ...
54 min
$12

Melbourne to Essendon North by bus

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Distance: 11.8 km
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Essendon North, VIC, Australia?

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Flinders Lane/Queen St to Cooper St/Keilor Rd once daily. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Bourke Street Mall/Elizabeth St #3 to Cooper St/Keilor Rd #50 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 39 min.

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