How to get from Balaclava to Essendon by train?

By train

To get from Balaclava to Essendon in Melbourne, take the SANDRINGHAM train from Balaclava station to Flinders Street station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Flinders Street station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 40 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

40minA$5.30
Walk to train stationTrain - SANDRINGHAM
SANDRINGHAM
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Balaclava

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Balaclava
    340 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Train - SANDRINGHAMSANDRINGHAM
    Wait for train
    SANDRINGHAM
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 5
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By train and tram

To get from Balaclava to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 3-3A tram from 37-Chapel St/Carlisle St (St Kilda) station to 13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Flinders Street station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

55minA$5.30
Tram - 3-3A
3-3A
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from 37-Chapel St/Carlisle St (St Kilda)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Balaclava
  • 2
    Tram - 3-3A3-3A
    Wait for tram
    3-3A
    Melbourne University
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19685
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Flinders Street
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Balaclava to Essendon

The distance between Balaclava, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 17.45 km, which can typically be travelled in 40 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Balaclava to Essendon 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 Balaclava

Balaclava is located at Balaclava, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 37-Chapel St/Carlisle St (St Kilda).

Bus stations close to Balaclava:

  • Inkerman St/Hotham St (St Kilda East)
  • Acland St/Barkly St (St Kilda)
  • Balaclava Rd/Hotham St (St Kilda East)

Public transport stations close to Essendon, Melbourne

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

Train stations close to Essendon:

  • Essendon

Bus stations close to Essendon:

  • Essendon Station/Russell St (Essendon)
  • Essendon Station/Rose St (Essendon)
  • Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd (Essendon)

Related Routes

By train and tram

To get from Balaclava to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 3-3A tram from 37-Chapel St/Carlisle St (St Kilda) station to 13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Flinders Street station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

55minA$5.30
Tram - 3-3A
3-3A
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from 37-Chapel St/Carlisle St (St Kilda)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from tram station
    Start from tram station
    Balaclava
  • 2
    Tram - 3-3A3-3A
    Wait for tram
    3-3A
    Melbourne University
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19685
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Flinders Street
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Balaclava to Essendon?

    The fastest way takes 40 minutes, using Bus line SANDRINGHAM, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Balaclava to Essendon?

    The alternative route takes 55 minutes, using Bus line 3-3A, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 40 min.

  • Which train line goes from Balaclava to Essendon in Melbourne?

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

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

    The total travel time between Balaclava and Essendon in Melbourne by train is about 40 min.

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

    Get on the SANDRINGHAM train from the Balaclava station near Balaclava in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the City (Flinders Street) station, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

  • How much is the train fare from Balaclava to Essendon?

    The ride from Balaclava to Essendon costs A$5.30.

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