How to get from Richmond to Essendon by train?

From Richmond to Essendon by train

To get from Richmond to Essendon in Melbourne, take the BELGRAVE train from Burnley station to Flinders Street station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Flinders Street station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 28 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

28minA$5.30
Train - BELGRAVE
BELGRAVE
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Burnley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Richmond
  • 2
    Train - BELGRAVEBELGRAVE
    Wait for train
    BELGRAVE
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    7 min
  • 4
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 5
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Richmond to Essendon by train via GLEN WAVERLEY and CRAIGIEBURN

To get from Richmond to Essendon in Melbourne, take the GLEN WAVERLEY train from Burnley station to Southern Cross station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Southern Cross station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

36minA$5.30
Train - GLEN WAVERLEY
GLEN WAVERLEY
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Burnley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Richmond
  • 2
    Train - GLEN WAVERLEYGLEN WAVERLEY
    Wait for train
    GLEN WAVERLEY
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 5
    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 Richmond to Essendon

The distance between Richmond, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 13.35 km, which can typically be travelled in 28 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Richmond 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 Richmond

Richmond is located at Richmond, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 14-Burnley St/Swan St (Burnley).

Bus stations close to Richmond:

  • River St/Alexandra Ave (South Yarra)
  • Como Park/Alexandra Ave (South Yarra)

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 Richmond to Essendon by train via GLEN WAVERLEY and CRAIGIEBURN

To get from Richmond to Essendon in Melbourne, take the GLEN WAVERLEY train from Burnley station to Southern Cross station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Southern Cross station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 36 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

36minA$5.30
Train - GLEN WAVERLEY
GLEN WAVERLEY
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Burnley

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Richmond
  • 2
    Train - GLEN WAVERLEYGLEN WAVERLEY
    Wait for train
    GLEN WAVERLEY
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross
    13 min
  • 4
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 5
    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 Richmond to Essendon?

    The fastest way takes 28 minutes, using Bus line BELGRAVE, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    The alternative route takes 36 minutes, using Bus line GLEN WAVERLEY, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Richmond to Essendon in Melbourne?

    The BELGRAVE train line goes from City (Flinders Street) station near Richmond to Flinders Street station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Flinders Street station near Essendon in Melbourne

  • How long does it take to travel from Richmond to Essendon in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Richmond and Essendon in Melbourne by train is about 28 min.

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

    Get on the BELGRAVE train from the City (Flinders Street) station near Richmond in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Richmond and Essendon in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Flinders Street station, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

  • How much is the train fare from Richmond to Essendon?

    The ride from Richmond to Essendon costs A$5.30.

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