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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Essendon West is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne and Essendon West?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne to Essendon West. However, there are services departing from Bourke Street Mall/Elizabeth St #3 and arriving at Fletcher St/Napier St #41 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Melbourne to Essendon West?

The distance between Melbourne and Essendon West is 9 km. The road distance is 10.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Melbourne to Essendon West without a car is to train and line 465 bus which takes 22 min and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 22 min to get from Melbourne to Essendon West, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Melbourne to Essendon West train arrive?

Melbourne to Essendon West train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Fletcher St/Napier St #41 station.

Can I drive from Melbourne to Essendon West?

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

Where can I stay near Essendon West?

There are 5123+ hotels available in Essendon West.

Melbourne to Essendon West - 5 ways to travel via train, line 465 bus, and taxi

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

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Train, line 465 bus
best
1. Take the train from North Melbourne Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the bus from Essendon Station/Rose St to Prospect St/Buckley Stbus 903 / ...
22 min
$12
Drive 10.8 km
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1. Drive from Melbourne to Essendon Westcar 10.8 km
12 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Melbourne to Essendon Westtaxi 10.8 km
12 min
$30–40
Train, line 465 bus via Melbourne Central Station
1. Take the train from Melbourne Central Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
2. Take the bus from Essendon Station/Rose St to Prospect St/Buckley Stbus 903 / ...
27 min
$12
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Bourke Street Mall/Elizabeth St #3 to Fletcher St/Napier St #41tram 59
45 min
$12

Melbourne to Essendon West by train and bus

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Distance: 9.3 km
Duration: 22 min

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

Yarra Trams operates a vehicle from Bourke Street Mall/Elizabeth St #3 to Fletcher St/Napier St #41 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 33 min.

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