How to get from Melbourne Airport MEL to Essendon by bus and train?

From Melbourne Airport MEL to Essendon by bus and train

To get from Melbourne Airport MEL to Essendon in Melbourne, take the 901 bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station to Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Broadmeadows station to Essendon Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The bus and train schedule from Melbourne Airport MEL may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Essendon on the Moovit app.

44min
Walk to bus stationBus - 901
901
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd
    ID 47997
    380 m • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 901901
    Wait for bus
    901
    Frankston Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd
    ID 42291
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Broadmeadows
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Flinders Street Via City Loop
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon Railway Station
    Ride to train station
    Essendon Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:ESD
    14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Melbourne Airport MEL to Essendon

The distance between Melbourne Airport MEL, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 17.51 km, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Melbourne Airport MEL to Essendon by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Melbourne Airport MEL to Essendon

To check the bus and train timetable from Melbourne Airport MEL to Essendon using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Melbourne Airport MEL) and destination (Essendon), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Airport MEL to Essendon?

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Bus line 901, Train line CRAIGIEBURN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Airport MEL and Essendon?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 44 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Melbourne Airport MEL to Essendon?

    The 901 bus line goes from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station near Melbourne Airport MEL in Melbourne Airport - Bal to Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd station near Essendon in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Melbourne Airport MEL in Melbourne Airport - Bal and Essendon in Melbourne by bus and train is about 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Melbourne Airport MEL to get to Essendon?

    Get on the 901 bus from the Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd stop near Melbourne Airport MEL in Melbourne Airport - Bal.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Melbourne Airport MEL and Essendon?

    Get off the bus at the Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd station, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

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