How to get from Cheltenham to Essendon by train?

From Cheltenham to Essendon by train

To get from Cheltenham to Essendon in Melbourne, take the FRANKSTON train from Cheltenham Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Southern Cross Railway Station station to Essendon Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The train schedule from Cheltenham may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essendon on the Moovit app.

73min
Train - FRANKSTON
FRANKSTON
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Cheltenham Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Cheltenham
  • 2
    Train - FRANKSTONFRANKSTON
    Wait for train
    FRANKSTON
    Flinders Street Via City Loop
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    41 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon Railway Station
    Ride to train station
    Essendon Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:ESD
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Cheltenham to Essendon

The distance between Cheltenham, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 31.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Cheltenham to Essendon by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train timetable from Cheltenham to Essendon

To check the train timetable from Cheltenham to Essendon using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Cheltenham) and destination (Essendon), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Train line FRANKSTON, Train line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

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

    The FRANKSTON train line goes from Southern Cross Railway Station near Cheltenham to Southern Cross Railway Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Southern Cross Railway Station near Essendon in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Cheltenham and Essendon in Melbourne by train is about 1 hr 13 min.

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

    Get on the FRANKSTON train from the Southern Cross Railway Station near Cheltenham in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross Railway Station, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

  • When is the first bus from Cheltenham to Essendon in Melbourne?

    The first bus from Cheltenham to Essendon in Melbourne is Mordialloc - Altona. It leaves the Centre Dandenong Rd/Warrigal Rd stop at 15:05.

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