How to get from Somerton to Essendon by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Somerton to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 901 bus from Sydney Rd/Somerton Rd (Campbellfield) station to Roxburgh Park Station/Thomas Brunton Pde (Roxburgh Park) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Roxburgh Park station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 38 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

38minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 901
901
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Sydney Rd/Somerton Rd (Campbellfield)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sydney Rd/Somerton Rd (Campbellfield)
    ID 22268
    60 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 901901
    Wait for bus
    901
    Melbourne Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Roxburgh Park Station/Thomas Brunton Pde (Roxburgh Park)
    ID 376840
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Roxburgh Park
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by bus and train via 532 and CRAIGIEBURN

To get from Somerton to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 532 bus from Somerton Rd/Sydney Rd (Somerton) station to Craigieburn Railway Station/Walters St (Craigieburn) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Craigieburn station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

54minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 532
532
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Somerton Rd/Sydney Rd (Somerton)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Somerton Rd/Sydney Rd (Somerton)
    ID 6791
    270 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 532532
    Wait for bus
    532
    Craigieburn
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Craigieburn Railway Station/Walters St (Craigieburn)
    ID 40214
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Craigieburn
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Somerton to Essendon

The distance between Somerton, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 16.25 km, which can typically be travelled in 38 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Somerton to Essendon by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Somerton

Somerton is located at Somerton, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Sydney Rd/Somerton Rd (Campbellfield).

Train stations close to Somerton:

  • Upfield
  • Roxburgh Park
  • Coolaroo

Bus stations close to Somerton:

  • Sydney Rd/Somerton Rd (Campbellfield)
  • Somerton Rd/Sydney Rd (Somerton)
  • Cooper St/Sydney Rd (Campbellfield)

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 by bus and train via 532 and CRAIGIEBURN

To get from Somerton to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 532 bus from Somerton Rd/Sydney Rd (Somerton) station to Craigieburn Railway Station/Walters St (Craigieburn) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Craigieburn station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

54minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 532
532
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Somerton Rd/Sydney Rd (Somerton)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Somerton Rd/Sydney Rd (Somerton)
    ID 6791
    270 m • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 532532
    Wait for bus
    532
    Craigieburn
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Craigieburn Railway Station/Walters St (Craigieburn)
    ID 40214
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Craigieburn
    40 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    24 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 38 minutes, using Bus line 901, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    The alternative route takes 54 minutes, using Bus line 532, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 38 min.

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

    The 901 bus line goes from Sydney Rd/Somerton Rd (Campbellfield) station near Somerton to Melbourne Airport station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Melbourne Airport station near Essendon in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Somerton and Essendon in Melbourne by bus and train is about 38 min.

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

    Get on the 901 bus from the Sydney Rd/Somerton Rd (Campbellfield) stop near Somerton in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the bus at the Melbourne Airport station, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

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

    The ride from Somerton to Essendon costs A$5.30.

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