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

From Parkville to Essendon by train and tram

To get from Parkville to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 64 tram from 1-Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton) station to 13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Flinders Street station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 41 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

41minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 64
64
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from 1-Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton)

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  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    1-Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton)
    ID 19489
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Tram - 6464
    Wait for tram
    64
    East Brighton
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19499
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Flinders Street
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Parkville to Essendon by train and tram via 6 and CRAIGIEBURN

To get from Parkville to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 6 tram from 1-Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton) station to 13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Flinders Street 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 - 6
6
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from 1-Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton)

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  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    1-Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton)
    ID 19489
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Tram - 66
    Wait for tram
    6
    Glen Iris
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19499
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Flinders Street
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    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 Parkville to Essendon

The distance between Parkville, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 11.79 km, which can typically be travelled in 41 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Parkville 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 Parkville

Parkville is located at Parkville, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 1-Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton).

Bus stations close to Parkville:

  • Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton)
  • Swanston St/Grattan St (Carlton)
  • Cardigan St/Grattan St (Carlton)

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 Parkville to Essendon by train and tram via 6 and CRAIGIEBURN

To get from Parkville to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 6 tram from 1-Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton) station to 13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Flinders Street 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 - 6
6
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from 1-Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    1-Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton)
    ID 19489
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Tram - 66
    Wait for tram
    6
    Glen Iris
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    13-Federation Square/Swanston St (Melbourne City)
    ID 19499
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Flinders Street
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    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 Parkville to Essendon?

    The fastest way takes 41 minutes, using Bus line 64, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    The alternative route takes 42 minutes, using Bus line 6, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one tram line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 41 min.

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

    The 64 tram line goes from 1-Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton) station near Parkville to East Brighton station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till East Brighton station near Essendon in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Parkville and Essendon in Melbourne by tram and train is about 41 min.

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

    Get on the 64 tram from the 1-Melbourne University/Swanston St (Carlton) station near Parkville in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the tram at the East Brighton station, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

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

    The last train from Parkville to Essendon in Melbourne is the Craigieburn - City (Flinders Street) line. It leaves the Melbourne Central station at 19:32.

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

    The ride from Parkville to Essendon costs A$5.30.

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