How to get from Docklands to Essendon by train?

By train

Take one direct train from Docklands to Essendon in Melbourne: take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Southern Cross station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 16 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

16minA$5.30
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Southern Cross

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Docklands
  • 2
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By train and tram

To get from Docklands to Essendon in Melbourne, take the GLEN WAVERLEY train from Southern Cross station to Melbourne Central station. Next, take the 59 tram from 5-Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St (Melbourne City) station to 41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

43minA$5.30
Train - GLEN WAVERLEY
GLEN WAVERLEY
Tram - 59
59
Walk to Essendon
Leaves from Southern Cross

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Docklands
  • 2
    Train - GLEN WAVERLEYGLEN WAVERLEY
    Wait for train
    GLEN WAVERLEY
    Glen Waverley
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Melbourne Central
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    5-Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17854
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Tram - 5959
    Wait for tram
    59
    Airport West
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon)
    ID 19657
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Essendon
    Walk to
    Essendon
    160 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Docklands to Essendon

The distance between Docklands, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 7.81 km, which can typically be travelled in 16 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Docklands 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 Docklands

Docklands is located at Docklands, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Jeffcott St/Spencer St (West Melbourne).

Train stations close to Docklands:

  • Southern Cross

Bus stations close to Docklands:

  • Jeffcott St/Spencer St (West Melbourne)
  • Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Melbourne City)
  • Spencer St/Lonsdale St (Melbourne City)

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 Docklands to Essendon in Melbourne, take the GLEN WAVERLEY train from Southern Cross station to Melbourne Central station. Next, take the 59 tram from 5-Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St (Melbourne City) station to 41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 43 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

43minA$5.30
Train - GLEN WAVERLEY
GLEN WAVERLEY
Tram - 59
59
Walk to Essendon
Leaves from Southern Cross

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Docklands
  • 2
    Train - GLEN WAVERLEYGLEN WAVERLEY
    Wait for train
    GLEN WAVERLEY
    Glen Waverley
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Melbourne Central
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    5-Melbourne Central Station/Elizabeth St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17854
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Tram - 5959
    Wait for tram
    59
    Airport West
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon)
    ID 19657
    28 min
  • 7
    Walk to Essendon
    Walk to
    Essendon
    160 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 16 minutes, using Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    The alternative route takes 43 minutes, using Bus line GLEN WAVERLEY, Bus line 59.

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

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Docklands to Essendon in Melbourne in 16 min.

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

    The CRAIGIEBURN train line goes from Craigieburn station near Docklands to Essendon station near Essendon in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Docklands and Essendon in Melbourne by train is about 16 min.

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

    Get on the CRAIGIEBURN train from the Craigieburn station near Docklands in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the Essendon station, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

  • When is the first train from Docklands to Essendon in Melbourne?

    The first train from Docklands to Essendon in Melbourne is Craigieburn - City (Flinders Street). It leaves the Southern Cross station at 00:01.

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

    The ride from Docklands to Essendon costs A$5.30.

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