How to get from Essendon to Southbank by train?

From Essendon to Southbank by train

Take one direct train from Essendon to Southbank in Melbourne: take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Essendon station to Flinders Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

33minA$5.30
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Walk to Southbank
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
    Ride to train station
    Flinders Street
    21 min
  • 4
    Walk to Southbank
    Walk to
    Southbank
    480 m • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Essendon to Southbank by tram

Take one direct tram from Essendon to Southbank 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 50 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

50minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 59
59
Walk to Southbank
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 Southbank
    Walk to
    Southbank
    820 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Essendon to Southbank

The distance between Essendon, Melbourne and Southbank, Melbourne is approximately 11.51 km, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Essendon to Southbank 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 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)

Public transport stations close to Southbank, Melbourne

Southbank is located at Southbank, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Victorian College Of the Arts/Southbank Bvd (Southbank).

Train stations close to Southbank:

  • Flinders Street

Bus stations close to Southbank:

  • Victorian College Of the Arts/Southbank Bvd (Southbank)
  • Kavanagh St/Southbank Bvd (Southbank)
  • City Rd/Southbank Bvd (Southbank)

Related Routes

From Essendon to Southbank by tram

Take one direct tram from Essendon to Southbank 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 50 min. The ride fare is A$5.30.

50minA$5.30
Walk to tram stationTram - 59
59
Walk to Southbank
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 Southbank
    Walk to
    Southbank
    820 m • 11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Bus line CRAIGIEBURN.

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

    The alternative route takes 50 minutes, using Bus line 59.

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

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Essendon to Southbank in Melbourne in 33 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Essendon and Southbank in Melbourne by train is about 33 min.

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

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

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

    The last train from Essendon to Southbank 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 Southbank?

    The ride from Essendon to Southbank costs A$5.30.

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