How to get from Essendon to Melbourne by train?

From Essendon to Melbourne by train

Take one direct train from Essendon to Melbourne in Melbourne: take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Essendon station to Flinders Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 24 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

24minA$5.30
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Essendon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Essendon
  • 2
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station Flinders Street
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Essendon to Melbourne by tram

Take one direct tram from Essendon to Melbourne in Melbourne: take the 59 tram from 41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon) station to 1-Flinders Street Railway Station/Elizabeth St (Melbourne City) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

42minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 59
59
Walk to Melbourne
Leaves from 41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon)
    ID 19277
    180 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Tram - 5959
    Wait for tram
    59
    Flinders Street Station (City)
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    1-Flinders Street Railway Station/Elizabeth St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17877
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to Melbourne
    Walk to
    Melbourne
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Essendon to Melbourne

The distance between Essendon, Melbourne and Melbourne, Melbourne is approximately 11.04 km, which can typically be travelled in 24 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Essendon to Melbourne 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 Essendon

Essendon is located at Essendon, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Lorraine St/Buckley St (Essendon).

Train stations close to Essendon:

  • Essendon

Bus stations close to Essendon:

  • Lorraine St/Buckley St (Essendon)
  • Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd (Essendon)
  • St Columba's College/Buckley St (Essendon)

Public transport stations close to Melbourne, Melbourne

Melbourne is located at Melbourne, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Flinders Lane/Queen St (Melbourne City).

Train stations close to Melbourne:

  • Flinders Street

Bus stations close to Melbourne:

  • Flinders Lane/Queen St (Melbourne City)
  • Banana Alley Vaults/Flinders St (Melbourne City)
  • Market St/Flinders St (Melbourne City)

Related Routes

From Essendon to Melbourne by tram

Take one direct tram from Essendon to Melbourne in Melbourne: take the 59 tram from 41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon) station to 1-Flinders Street Railway Station/Elizabeth St (Melbourne City) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

42minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 59
59
Walk to Melbourne
Leaves from 41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    41-Fletcher St/Napier St (Essendon)
    ID 19277
    180 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Tram - 5959
    Wait for tram
    59
    Flinders Street Station (City)
  • 3
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    1-Flinders Street Railway Station/Elizabeth St (Melbourne City)
    ID 17877
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to Melbourne
    Walk to
    Melbourne
    270 m • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 24 minutes, using Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    The alternative route takes 42 minutes, using Bus line 59.

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

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Essendon to Melbourne in Melbourne in 24 min.

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

    The CRAIGIEBURN train line goes from City (Flinders Street) station near Essendon to Flinders Street station near Melbourne in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Essendon and Melbourne in Melbourne by train is about 24 min.

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

    Get on the CRAIGIEBURN train from the City (Flinders Street) station near Essendon in Melbourne.

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

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

  • When is the last train from Essendon to Melbourne in Melbourne?

    The last train from Essendon to Melbourne in Melbourne is the Craigieburn - City (Flinders Street) line. It leaves the Essendon station at 19:26.

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

    The ride from Essendon to Melbourne costs A$5.30.

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