What is the cheapest way to get from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station?

The cheapest way to get from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station?

The fastest way to get from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs $40 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Watergardens Station and Essendon Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd station and arriving at Essendon Station/Russell St station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Watergardens Station and Essendon Station?

No, there is no direct train from Watergardens Station station to Essendon Station station. However, there are services departing from Watergardens Station and arriving at Essendon Station via Footscray Station and North Melbourne Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station?

The distance between Watergardens Station and Essendon Station is 28 km. The road distance is 15.9 km.

How do I travel from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station without a car?

The best way to get from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station?

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watergardens Station to Essendon Station bus from?

Watergardens Station to Essendon Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd.

Where do I catch the Watergardens Station to Essendon Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station?

The best way to get from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station is to train which takes 53 min and costs $6. Alternatively, you can line 476 bus, which costs $6 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Watergardens Station to Essendon Station bus arrive?

Watergardens Station to Essendon Station bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Essendon Station/Russell St.

Where does the Watergardens Station to Essendon Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Watergardens Station to Essendon Station is 16 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station.

Where can I stay near Essendon Station?

There are 5232+ hotels available in Essendon Station.

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There are 4 ways to get from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watergardens Station to Footscray Stationtrain Sunbury
2. Take the train from North Melbourne Station to Essendon Stationtrain Craigieburn
53 min
$6
Drive 15.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Watergardens Station to Essendon Stationcar 15.9 km
14 min
$3–5
Line 476 bus
1. Take the bus from Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd to Essendon Station/Russell Stbus 476
1h 4m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watergardens Station to Essendon Stationtaxi 15.9 km
14 min
$40–50

Watergardens Station to Essendon Station by train

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Distance: 28 km
Duration: 53 min

What companies run services between Watergardens Station, VIC, Australia and Essendon Station, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Watergardens Station to Essendon Station via Footscray Station and North Melbourne Station in around 53 min. Alternatively, Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Watergardens Station/Watergardens Circuit Rd to Essendon Station/Russell St hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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