Plan about 39 min for the trip from Essendon to Southern Cross Station, on line 903, Craigieburn, 476, with 1 transfer, and about 19 min of walking.
How to get there
Typical routes from the timetable — allow longer at rush hour
Journey facts
- Line 903 towards Altona Station/Railway St South: board at Marco Polo St/Mt Alexander Rd, alight at Essendon Station/Rose St — 2 stops, 4 min ride.
- Line Craigieburn towards Flinders Street Station: board at Essendon Station, alight at Flagstaff Station — 6 stops, 14 min ride.
- Line 476 towards Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd: board at Banchory St/Woolley St, alight at Essendon Station/Russell St — 4 stops, 5 min ride.
- Line Frankston towards Flinders Street Station: board at Flagstaff Station, alight at Southern Cross Station — 1 stops, 3 min ride.
About the origin and destination
Essendon
A north-western suburb on the Craigieburn line, with Mount Alexander Road.
Southern Cross Station
The station for regional trains, coaches and the SkyBus to the airport.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take from Essendon to Southern Cross Station?
A typical trip takes about 39 minutes, of which roughly 19 minutes is walking to and from the stops. Allow longer during morning and afternoon rush hour.
Which line runs from Essendon to Southern Cross Station?
There is no direct line. The fastest combination is 903 + Craigieburn, with 1 transfers.
