What is the cheapest way to get from Northcote to Essendon Fields?

The cheapest way to get from Northcote to Essendon Fields is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Northcote to Essendon Fields?

The fastest way to get from Northcote to Essendon Fields is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Northcote and Essendon Fields?

No, there is no direct bus from Northcote station to Essendon Fields. However, there are services departing from Preston Station/Murray Rd and arriving at DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39 min.

Is there a direct train between Northcote and Essendon Fields?

No, there is no direct train from Northcote station to Essendon Fields. However, there are services departing from Croxton Station and arriving at Earl St/Matthews Ave #56 via Flinders Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Northcote to Essendon Fields?

The distance between Northcote and Essendon Fields is 13 km. The road distance is 13.7 km.

How do I travel from Northcote to Essendon Fields without a car?

The best way to get from Northcote to Essendon Fields without a car is to bus which takes 39 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Northcote to Essendon Fields?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Northcote to Essendon Fields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northcote to Essendon Fields bus from?

Northcote to Essendon Fields bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, depart from Preston Station/Murray Rd.

Where do I catch the Northcote to Essendon Fields train from?

Northcote to Essendon Fields train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Croxton Station.

Where does the Northcote to Essendon Fields bus arrive?

Northcote to Essendon Fields bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd station.

Where does the Northcote to Essendon Fields train arrive?

Northcote to Essendon Fields train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Flinders Street Station.

Can I drive from Northcote to Essendon Fields?

Yes, the driving distance between Northcote to Essendon Fields is 14 km. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Northcote to Essendon Fields.

Where can I stay near Essendon Fields?

There are 4986+ hotels available in Essendon Fields.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Preston Station/Murray Rd to DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rdbus 903
39 min
$12
Drive 13.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Northcote to Essendon Fieldscar 13.7 km
15 min
$3–4
Train, line 59 tram
1. Take the train from Croxton Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Mernda
2. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Earl St/Matthews Ave #56tram 59
1h 12m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Northcote to Essendon Fieldstaxi 13.7 km
15 min
$40–50
Bus via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd
1. Take the bus from High St/Separation St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rdbus 508
2. Take the bus from Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd to Essendon Fields/English Stbus 477
57 min
$12

Northcote to Essendon Fields by train and bus

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Distance: 12.8 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Northcote, VIC, Australia and Essendon Fields, VIC, Australia?

Public Transport Victoria operates a bus from Preston Station/Murray Rd to DFO Essendon/Perimeter Rd every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 25 min. Metropolitan buses also services this route every 30 minutes.

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