What is the cheapest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon?

The cheapest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon?

The fastest way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $29 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Southern Cross (Station) 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 Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon?

The distance between Southern Cross (Station) and Essendon is 8 km. The road distance is 10.7 km.

How do I travel from Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon without a car?

The best way to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon without a car is to train which takes 13 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Southern Cross (Station) 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 Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon train from?

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

Where does the Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon train arrive?

Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Essendon Station.

Can I drive from Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon is 11 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5131+ hotels available in Essendon.

Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon by train, taxi, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
13 min
$6
Drive 10.7 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Southern Cross (Station) to Essendoncar 10.7 km
11 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Southern Cross (Station) to Essendontaxi 10.7 km
11 min
$29–35
Line 59 tram
1. Take the tram from Flinders Street to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44tram 59
56 min
$6

Southern Cross (Station) to Essendon by train

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Distance: 7.9 km
Duration: 13 min

What companies run services between Southern Cross (Station), 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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