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How to get from Williamstown North to Essendon by train?

From Williamstown North to Essendon by train

To get from Williamstown North to Essendon in Melbourne, take the WILLIAMSTOWN train from North Williamstown 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 44 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

44minA$5.30
Walk to train stationTrain - WILLIAMSTOWN
WILLIAMSTOWN
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from North Williamstown

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    North Williamstown
    400 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Train - WILLIAMSTOWNWILLIAMSTOWN
    Wait for train
    WILLIAMSTOWN
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    North Melbourne
    17 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 Williamstown North to Essendon by bus and train

To get from Williamstown North to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 472 bus from North Williamstown Railway Station/Ferguson St (Williamstown) station to Ascot Vale Station/Mccully St (Ascot Vale) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Ascot Vale station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 10 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

70minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 472
472
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from North Williamstown Railway Station/Ferguson St (Williamstown)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    North Williamstown Railway Station/Ferguson St (Williamstown)
    ID 6436
    420 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 472472
    Wait for bus
    472
    Moonee Ponds
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ascot Vale Station/Mccully St (Ascot Vale)
    ID 5995
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ascot Vale
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Williamstown North to Essendon

The distance between Williamstown North, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 17.43 km, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Williamstown North 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 Williamstown North

Williamstown North is located at Williamstown North, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Bayside College/Kororoit Creek Rd (Williamstown North).

Train stations close to Williamstown North:

  • Newport
  • North Williamstown
  • Williamstown Beach

Bus stations close to Williamstown North:

  • Bayside College/Kororoit Creek Rd (Williamstown North)
  • Adeline St/Kororoit Creek Rd (Williamstown North)
  • 23 Kororoit Creek Rd (Williamstown North)

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)

From Williamstown North to Essendon by bus and train

To get from Williamstown North to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 472 bus from North Williamstown Railway Station/Ferguson St (Williamstown) station to Ascot Vale Station/Mccully St (Ascot Vale) station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Ascot Vale station to Essendon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 10 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

70minA$5.30
Walk to bus stationBus - 472
472
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from North Williamstown Railway Station/Ferguson St (Williamstown)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    North Williamstown Railway Station/Ferguson St (Williamstown)
    ID 6436
    420 m • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - 472472
    Wait for bus
    472
    Moonee Ponds
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ascot Vale Station/Mccully St (Ascot Vale)
    ID 5995
    42 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ascot Vale
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Williamstown North to Essendon?

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Bus line WILLIAMSTOWN, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Williamstown North to Essendon?

    The alternative route takes 70 minutes, using Bus line 472, Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 44 min.

  • Which train line goes from Williamstown North to Essendon in Melbourne?

    The WILLIAMSTOWN train line goes from North Williamstown station near Williamstown North 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 Williamstown North to Essendon in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Williamstown North and Essendon in Melbourne by train is about 44 min.

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

    Get on the WILLIAMSTOWN train from the North Williamstown station near Williamstown North in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Williamstown North 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 Williamstown North to Essendon?

    The ride from Williamstown North to Essendon costs A$5.30.

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