How to get from Keilor Downs to Essendon by train?

From Keilor Downs to Essendon by train

To get from Keilor Downs to Essendon in Melbourne, take the SUNBURY train from Keilor Plains station to North Melbourne station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from North Melbourne 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
Walk to train stationTrain - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Keilor Plains

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Keilor Plains
    540 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Melbourne
    24 min
  • 4
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 5
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Keilor Downs to Essendon by bus and train

To get from Keilor Downs to Essendon in Melbourne, take the SUNBURY train from Keilor Plains station to Sunshine station. Next, take the 903 bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine) station to Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd (Essendon) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

63minA$5.30
Walk to train stationTrain - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Bus - 903
903
Walk to Essendon
Leaves from Keilor Plains

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Keilor Plains
    540 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sunshine
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine)
    ID 40947
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 903903
    Wait for bus
    903
    Mordialloc
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd (Essendon)
    ID 51771
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to Essendon
    Walk to
    Essendon
    140 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Keilor Downs to Essendon

The distance between Keilor Downs, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 24.97 km, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Keilor Downs 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 Keilor Downs

Keilor Downs is located at Keilor Downs, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Carbine Way/Taylors Rd (St Albans).

Train stations close to Keilor Downs:

  • St Albans
  • Ginifer
  • Keilor Plains

Bus stations close to Keilor Downs:

  • Carbine Way/Taylors Rd (St Albans)
  • Carbine Way/Taylors Rd (Keilor Downs)
  • Rodney Dr/Carbine Way (Keilor Downs)

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

From Keilor Downs to Essendon by bus and train

To get from Keilor Downs to Essendon in Melbourne, take the SUNBURY train from Keilor Plains station to Sunshine station. Next, take the 903 bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine) station to Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd (Essendon) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 3 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

63minA$5.30
Walk to train stationTrain - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Bus - 903
903
Walk to Essendon
Leaves from Keilor Plains

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Keilor Plains
    540 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sunshine
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine)
    ID 40947
    110 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 903903
    Wait for bus
    903
    Mordialloc
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd (Essendon)
    ID 51771
    34 min
  • 7
    Walk to Essendon
    Walk to
    Essendon
    140 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Keilor Downs to Essendon?

    The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Bus line SUNBURY, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Keilor Downs to Essendon?

    The alternative route takes 63 minutes, using Bus line SUNBURY, Bus line 903.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 55 min.

  • Which train line goes from Keilor Downs to Essendon in Melbourne?

    The SUNBURY train line goes from Keilor Plains station near Keilor Downs 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 Keilor Downs to Essendon in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Keilor Downs and Essendon in Melbourne by train is about 55 min.

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

    Get on the SUNBURY train from the Keilor Plains station near Keilor Downs in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Keilor Downs 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 Keilor Downs to Essendon?

    The ride from Keilor Downs to Essendon costs A$5.30.

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