How to get from Preston to Essendon by bus?

Preston to Essendon - Bus Timetable

The 903 bus from Preston to Essendon runs from 05:19 to 22:59, with departures every 10-30 min. The journey takes about 33 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Preston to Essendon by bus

Take one direct bus from Preston to Essendon in Melbourne: take the 903 bus from Gilbert Rd/Bell St station to Essendon Station/Rose St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is A$5.30. The bus schedule from Preston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Essendon on the Moovit app.

33minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 903
903
Walk to Essendon
Leaves from Gilbert Rd/Bell St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Gilbert Rd/Bell St
    ID 10040
    580 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 903903
    Wait for bus
    903
    Altona Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Essendon Station/Rose St
    ID 51775
    25 min
  • 4
    Walk to Essendon
    Walk to
    Essendon
    30 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Preston to Essendon

The distance between Preston, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 11.6 km, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Preston to Essendon by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus timetable from Preston to Essendon

To check the bus timetable from Preston to Essendon using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Preston) and destination (Essendon), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Bus line 903.

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

    Yes, there is a direct bus going from Preston to Essendon in Melbourne in 33 min.

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

    The 903 bus line goes from Gilbert Rd/Bell St station near Preston to Essendon Station/Rose St station near Essendon in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Preston to Essendon in Melbourne by bus?

    The total travel time between Preston and Essendon in Melbourne by bus is about 33 min.

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

    Get on the 903 bus from the Gilbert Rd/Bell St stop near Preston in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Essendon Station/Rose St stop, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

  • When is the first bus from Preston to Essendon in Melbourne?

    The first bus from Preston to Essendon in Melbourne is Altona - Mordialloc (SMARTBUS Service). It leaves the Gilbert Rd/Bell St stop at 17:35.

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

    The ride from Preston to Essendon costs A$5.30.

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