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How to get from Docklands to Essendon North by bus and train?

By bus and train

To get from Docklands to Essendon North in Melbourne, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Southern Cross station to Essendon station. Next, take the 477 bus from Essendon Station/Russell St (Essendon) station to Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd (Essendon) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 27 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

27minA$5.30
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Bus - 477
477
Walk to Essendon North
Leaves from Southern Cross

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Docklands
  • 2
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Essendon Station/Russell St (Essendon)
    ID 368545
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 477477
    Wait for bus
    477
    Broadmeadows Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mt Alexander Rd/Keilor Rd (Essendon)
    ID 9090
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to Essendon North
    Walk to
    Essendon North
    290 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

By train and tram

To get from Docklands to Essendon North in Melbourne, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Southern Cross station to Essendon station. Next, take the 59 tram from 41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon) station to 48-Service St/Keilor Rd (Essendon) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

34minA$5.30
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Tram - 59
59
Walk to Essendon North
Leaves from Southern Cross

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Docklands
  • 2
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon)
    ID 19657
    170 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Tram - 5959
    Wait for tram
    59
    Airport West
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    48-Service St/Keilor Rd (Essendon)
    ID 19664
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to Essendon North
    Walk to
    Essendon North
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Docklands to Essendon North

The distance between Docklands, Melbourne and Essendon North, Melbourne is approximately 9.73 km, which can typically be travelled in 27 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Docklands to Essendon North 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 Docklands

Docklands is located at Docklands, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Jeffcott St/Spencer St (West Melbourne).

Train stations close to Docklands:

  • Southern Cross

Bus stations close to Docklands:

  • Jeffcott St/Spencer St (West Melbourne)
  • Southern Cross Station/Collins St (Melbourne City)
  • Spencer St/Lonsdale St (Melbourne City)

Public transport stations close to Essendon North, Melbourne

Essendon North is located at Essendon North, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is 48-Service St/Keilor Rd (Essendon North).

Bus stations close to Essendon North:

  • 48-Service St/Keilor Rd (Essendon North)
  • 48-Service St/Keilor Rd (Essendon)
  • Collins St/Keilor Rd (Essendon)

By train and tram

To get from Docklands to Essendon North in Melbourne, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Southern Cross station to Essendon station. Next, take the 59 tram from 41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon) station to 48-Service St/Keilor Rd (Essendon) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 34 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

34minA$5.30
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Tram - 59
59
Walk to Essendon North
Leaves from Southern Cross

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Docklands
  • 2
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Essendon
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon)
    ID 19657
    170 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Tram - 5959
    Wait for tram
    59
    Airport West
  • 6
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    48-Service St/Keilor Rd (Essendon)
    ID 19664
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to Essendon North
    Walk to
    Essendon North
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 27 minutes, using Bus line CRAIGIEBURN, Bus line 477.

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

    The alternative route takes 34 minutes, using Bus line CRAIGIEBURN, Bus line 59.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 27 min.

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

    The CRAIGIEBURN train line goes from Craigieburn station near Docklands to Essendon station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Essendon station near Essendon North in Melbourne

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

    The total travel time between Docklands and Essendon North in Melbourne by train and bus is about 27 min.

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

    Get on the CRAIGIEBURN train from the Craigieburn station near Docklands in Melbourne.

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

    Get off the train at the Essendon stop, which is closest to Essendon North in Melbourne.

  • When is the first train from Docklands to Essendon North in Melbourne?

    The first train from Docklands to Essendon North in Melbourne is Craigieburn - City (Flinders Street). It leaves the Southern Cross station at 00:01.

  • How much is the train fare from Docklands to Essendon North?

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

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