How to get from Epping to Essendon by bus and train?

From Epping to Essendon by bus and train

To get from Epping to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 901 bus from Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping) station to Roxburgh Park Station/Thomas Brunton Pde (Roxburgh Park) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Roxburgh Park station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 46 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

46minA$5.30
Bus - 901
901
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Epping
  • 2
    Bus - 901901
    Wait for bus
    901
    Melbourne Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Roxburgh Park Station/Thomas Brunton Pde (Roxburgh Park)
    ID 376840
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Roxburgh Park
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Epping to Essendon by bus and train via 555, MERNDA and CRAIGIEBURN

To get from Epping to Essendon in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 555 bus from Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping) station to Reservoir Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MERNDA train and finally take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Flinders Street station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

75minA$5.30
Bus - 555
555
Train - MERNDA
MERNDA
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Epping
  • 2
    Bus - 555555
    Wait for bus
    555
    Northland Sc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Reservoir Station
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Reservoir
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    29 min
  • 7
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 8
    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 Epping to Essendon

The distance between Epping, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 22.28 km, which can typically be travelled in 46 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Epping to Essendon by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Epping

Epping is located at Epping, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Northern Hospital (Epping).

Train stations close to Epping:

  • Lalor
  • Thomastown
  • Epping

Bus stations close to Epping:

  • Northern Hospital (Epping)
  • Epping Plaza Sc/Cooper St (Epping)
  • Cooper St/Miller St (Epping)

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

Alternative route from Epping to Essendon by bus and train via 555, MERNDA and CRAIGIEBURN

To get from Epping to Essendon in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 555 bus from Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping) station to Reservoir Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the MERNDA train and finally take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Flinders Street station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 15 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

75minA$5.30
Bus - 555
555
Train - MERNDA
MERNDA
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Northern Hospital/Cooper St (Epping)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Epping
  • 2
    Bus - 555555
    Wait for bus
    555
    Northland Sc
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Reservoir Station
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Reservoir
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - MERNDAMERNDA
    Wait for train
    MERNDA
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    29 min
  • 7
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 8
    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 Epping to Essendon?

    The fastest way takes 46 minutes, using Bus line 901, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    The alternative route takes 75 minutes, using Bus line 555, Bus line MERNDA, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Epping and Essendon in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 46 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Epping to Essendon in Melbourne?

    The 901 bus line goes from Melbourne Airport station near Epping to Roxburgh Park Station/Thomas Brunton Pde (Roxburgh Park) station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Roxburgh Park Station/Thomas Brunton Pde (Roxburgh Park) station near Essendon in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Epping to Essendon in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Epping and Essendon in Melbourne by bus and train is about 46 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Epping to get to Essendon in Melbourne?

    Get on the 901 bus from the Melbourne Airport stop near Epping in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Epping and Essendon in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Roxburgh Park Station/Thomas Brunton Pde (Roxburgh Park) station, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

  • How much is the bus fare from Epping to Essendon?

    The ride from Epping to Essendon costs A$5.30.

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