What is the cheapest way to get from Richmond to Essendon?

The cheapest way to get from Richmond to Essendon is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Richmond to Essendon?

The fastest way to get from Richmond to Essendon is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Richmond and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Richmond to Essendon. However, there are services departing from West Richmond and arriving at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd via Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle St and Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Richmond and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Richmond to Essendon station. However, there are services departing from Richmond Town Hall/Bridge Rd #19 and arriving at Essendon Station via Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Richmond to Essendon?

The distance between Richmond and Essendon is 13 km. The road distance is 12.5 km.

How do I travel from Richmond to Essendon without a car?

The best way to get from Richmond to Essendon without a car is to line 75 tram and train which takes 39 min and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Richmond to Essendon?

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

Where do I catch the Richmond to Essendon bus from?

Richmond to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from West Richmond station.

Where do I catch the Richmond to Essendon train from?

Richmond to Essendon train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Richmond Town Hall/Bridge Rd #19 station.

Where does the Richmond to Essendon bus arrive?

Richmond to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle St.

Where does the Richmond to Essendon train arrive?

Richmond to Essendon train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Swanston St/Flinders St #5 station.

Can I drive from Richmond to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Richmond to Essendon is 12 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Richmond to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5135+ hotels available in Essendon.

Richmond to Essendon - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 75 tram

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

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Line 75 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Richmond Town Hall/Bridge Rd #19 to Swanston St/Flinders St #5tram 48 / ...
2. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
39 min
$12
Drive 12.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Richmond to Essendoncar 12.5 km
14 min
$3–4
Line 246 bus, line 504 bus
1. Take the bus from West Richmond to Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle Stbus 246
2. Take the bus from Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle St to Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rdbus 504
1h 30m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Richmond to Essendontaxi 12.5 km
14 min
$30–40
Line 48 tram, line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Richmond Town Hall/Bridge Rd #19 to Elizabeth St/Collins St #5tram 48 / ...
2. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44tram 59
59 min
$12

Richmond to Essendon by tram and train

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Distance: 12.6 km
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Richmond, VIC, Australia and Essendon, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from West Richmond to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd via Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle St and Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd in around 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Richmond Town Hall/Bridge Rd #19 to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 via Elizabeth St/Collins St #5 and Flinders Street in around 59 min.

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