How to get from Fitzroy to Essendon by train and tram?

From Fitzroy to Essendon by train and tram

To get from Fitzroy to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 11 tram from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne) station to D14-Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Docklands) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Southern Cross station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

45minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 11
11
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne)
    ID 17895
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Tram - 1111
    Wait for tram
    11
    Victoria Harbour Docklands
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    D14-Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Docklands)
    ID 43472
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    90 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Fitzroy to Essendon by train and tram via 12 and CRAIGIEBURN

To get from Fitzroy to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 12 tram from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne) station to 1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Southern Cross station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

42minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 12
12
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne)
    ID 17895
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Tram - 1212
    Wait for tram
    12
    St Kilda (Fitzroy St)
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17905
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Fitzroy to Essendon

The distance between Fitzroy, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 10.64 km, which can typically be travelled in 45 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Fitzroy to Essendon by train and tram, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Fitzroy

Fitzroy is located at Fitzroy, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 13-Lansdowne St/Victoria Pde (Fitzroy).

Bus stations close to Fitzroy:

  • Carlton Gardens/Victoria St (Carlton)
  • Australian Catholic University/Victoria Pde (Fitzroy)
  • Eye & Ear Hospital/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne)

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 Fitzroy to Essendon by train and tram via 12 and CRAIGIEBURN

To get from Fitzroy to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 12 tram from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne) station to 1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Southern Cross station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

42minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 12
12
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne)
    ID 17895
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Tram - 1212
    Wait for tram
    12
    St Kilda (Fitzroy St)
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    1-Spencer St/Collins St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17905
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 45 minutes, using Bus line 11, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    The alternative route takes 42 minutes, using Bus line 12, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

  • Is there a direct tram between Fitzroy and Essendon in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one tram line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 45 min.

  • Which tram line goes from Fitzroy to Essendon in Melbourne?

    The 11 tram line goes from 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne) station near Fitzroy to Victoria Harbour Docklands station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Victoria Harbour Docklands station near Essendon in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Fitzroy and Essendon in Melbourne by tram and train is about 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the tram near Fitzroy to get to Essendon in Melbourne?

    Get on the 11 tram from the 12-St Vincents Plaza/Victoria Pde (East Melbourne) station near Fitzroy in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the tram when travelling between Fitzroy and Essendon in Melbourne?

    Get off the tram at the Victoria Harbour Docklands station, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

  • When is the last train from Fitzroy to Essendon in Melbourne?

    The last train from Fitzroy to Essendon in Melbourne is the Craigieburn - City (Flinders Street) line. It leaves the Parliament station at 19:34.

  • How much is the tram fare from Fitzroy to Essendon?

    The ride from Fitzroy to Essendon costs A$5.30.

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