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

The cheapest way to get from South Melbourne to Essendon is to drive which costs $2 - $3 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from South Melbourne to Essendon is to train which takes 13 min and costs $6.

Is there a direct train between South Melbourne and Essendon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Southern Cross Station station and arriving at Essendon Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from South Melbourne to Essendon?

The distance between South Melbourne and Essendon is 8 km. The road distance is 11.2 km.

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

The best way to get from South Melbourne to Essendon without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs $6.

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

The train from Southern Cross Station to Essendon Station takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

South Melbourne to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Where does the South Melbourne to Essendon train arrive?

South Melbourne to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Essendon Station.

Can I drive from South Melbourne to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between South Melbourne to Essendon is 11 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from South Melbourne to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5132+ hotels available in Essendon.

South Melbourne to Essendon - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
13 min
$6
Drive 11.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from South Melbourne to Essendoncar 11.2 km
13 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Melbourne to Essendontaxi 11.2 km
13 min
$30–40
Bus, line 59 tram
1. Take the bus from Ferrars St/City Rd to Flinders Lane/Queen Stbus 234
2. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44tram 59
53 min
$12
Line 12 tram, line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Dorcas St/Clarendon St #128 to Elizabeth St/Collins St #5tram 12
2. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44tram 59
56 min
$12

South Melbourne to Essendon by train

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13 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 7.9 km
Duration: 13 min

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

Metro Trains Melbourne operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Essendon Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 13 min.

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