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

The cheapest way to get from Sydenham to Essendon is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydenham to Essendon is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Sydenham and Essendon?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Watergardens SC/Melton Hwy and arriving at Lincoln Rd/Florence St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Sydenham and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Sydenham station to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Watergardens Station and arriving at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43 via Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Sydenham to Essendon?

The distance between Sydenham and Essendon is 21 km. The road distance is 15.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydenham to Essendon without a car is to bus which takes 57 min and costs $6.

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

The bus from Watergardens SC/Melton Hwy to Lincoln Rd/Florence St takes 57 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sydenham to Essendon bus from?

Sydenham to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Watergardens SC/Melton Hwy station.

Where do I catch the Sydenham to Essendon train from?

Sydenham to Essendon train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Watergardens Station.

Where does the Sydenham to Essendon bus arrive?

Sydenham to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Lincoln Rd/Florence St station.

Where does the Sydenham to Essendon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydenham to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydenham to Essendon is 16 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Sydenham to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5180+ hotels available in Essendon.

Sydenham to Essendon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 59 tram, and taxi

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Watergardens SC/Melton Hwy to Lincoln Rd/Florence Stbus 476
57 min
$6
Drive 15.8 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Sydenham to Essendoncar 15.8 km
13 min
$3–5
Train, line 59 tram
1. Take the train from Watergardens Station to Parkville Stationtrain Sunbury
2. Take the tram from Pelham St/Elizabeth St #9 to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd #43tram 59
1h 3m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sydenham to Essendontaxi 15.8 km
13 min
$40–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Watergardens Station to Diggers Rest Stationtrain Sunbury
2. Take the bus from Diggers Rest Station/Golden Way to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rdbus 483
1h 5m
$12

Sydenham to Essendon by bus

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Distance: 20.9 km
Duration: 57 min

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Watergardens SC/Melton Hwy to Lincoln Rd/Florence St hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 57 min. Public Transport Victoria also services this route hourly.

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