How to get from Essendon to Clifton Hill by train?

By train

To get from Essendon to Clifton Hill in Melbourne, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Essendon station to Flagstaff station. Next, take the MERNDA train from Flagstaff station to Clifton Hill station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

34minA$5.30
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Train - MERNDA
MERNDA
Leaves from Essendon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Essendon
  • 2
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flagstaff
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    Mernda
  • 5
    Ride to train station Clifton Hill
    Ride to train station
    Clifton Hill
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via CRAIGIEBURN and HURSTBRIDGE

To get from Essendon to Clifton Hill in Melbourne, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Essendon station to Flagstaff station. Next, take the HURSTBRIDGE train from Flagstaff station to Clifton Hill station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

43minA$5.30
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Train - HURSTBRIDGE
HURSTBRIDGE
Leaves from Essendon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Essendon
  • 2
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flagstaff
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - HURSTBRIDGEHURSTBRIDGE
    Wait for train
    HURSTBRIDGE
    Hurstbridge
  • 5
    Ride to train station Clifton Hill
    Ride to train station
    Clifton Hill
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Essendon to Clifton Hill

The distance between Essendon, Melbourne and Clifton Hill, Melbourne is approximately 14.75 km, which can typically be travelled in 34 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Essendon to Clifton Hill by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Essendon

Essendon is located at Essendon, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Lorraine St/Buckley St (Essendon).

Train stations close to Essendon:

  • Essendon

Bus stations close to Essendon:

  • Lorraine St/Buckley St (Essendon)
  • Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd (Essendon)
  • St Columba's College/Buckley St (Essendon)

Public transport stations close to Clifton Hill, Melbourne

Clifton Hill is located at Clifton Hill, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle St (Clifton Hill).

Train stations close to Clifton Hill:

  • Clifton Hill

Bus stations close to Clifton Hill:

  • Clifton Hill Station/Hoddle St (Clifton Hill)
  • Hoddle St/North Tce (Clifton Hill)
  • North Tce/Hoddle St (Clifton Hill)

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via CRAIGIEBURN and HURSTBRIDGE

To get from Essendon to Clifton Hill in Melbourne, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Essendon station to Flagstaff station. Next, take the HURSTBRIDGE train from Flagstaff station to Clifton Hill station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

43minA$5.30
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Train - HURSTBRIDGE
HURSTBRIDGE
Leaves from Essendon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Essendon
  • 2
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flagstaff
    14 min
  • 4
    Train - HURSTBRIDGEHURSTBRIDGE
    Wait for train
    HURSTBRIDGE
    Hurstbridge
  • 5
    Ride to train station Clifton Hill
    Ride to train station
    Clifton Hill
    15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Clifton Hill?

    The fastest way takes 34 minutes, using Bus line CRAIGIEBURN, Bus line MERNDA.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Essendon to Clifton Hill?

    The alternative route takes 43 minutes, using Bus line CRAIGIEBURN, Bus line HURSTBRIDGE.

  • Is there a direct train between Essendon and Clifton Hill in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 34 min.

  • Which train line goes from Essendon to Clifton Hill in Melbourne?

    The CRAIGIEBURN train line goes from City (Flinders Street) station near Essendon to Flagstaff station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Flagstaff station near Clifton Hill in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Essendon to Clifton Hill in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Essendon and Clifton Hill in Melbourne by train is about 34 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Essendon to get to Clifton Hill in Melbourne?

    Get on the CRAIGIEBURN train from the City (Flinders Street) station near Essendon in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Essendon and Clifton Hill in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Flagstaff station, which is closest to Clifton Hill in Melbourne.

  • How much is the train fare from Essendon to Clifton Hill?

    The ride from Essendon to Clifton Hill costs A$5.30.

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