What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Essendon?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Essendon is to train which costs $12 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Essendon?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Essendon is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Dromana Ave/Matthews Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Essendon station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Essendon Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Essendon?

The distance between Ballarat and Essendon is 121 km. The road distance is 105 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Essendon without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Essendon without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Essendon?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Ballarat to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Essendon bus from?

Ballarat to Essendon bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, depart from Ballarat station.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Essendon train from?

Ballarat to Essendon train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ballarat Station.

Train or bus from Ballarat to Essendon?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Essendon is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $64 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Ballarat to Essendon bus arrive?

Ballarat to Essendon bus services, operated by Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus, arrive at Melbourne Airport station.

Where does the Ballarat to Essendon train arrive?

Ballarat to Essendon train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Essendon is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Ballarat to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

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There are 3 ways to get from Ballarat to Essendon by train, bus, or car

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
1h 59m
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1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2h 43m
$64
Drive 105 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Essendoncar 105 km
1h 14m
$19–28

Ballarat to Essendon by train

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Distance: 121.1 km
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Essendon, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Station hourly. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, Ballarat Airport Shuttle Bus operates a bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airport every 3 hours. Tickets cost $52 and the journey takes 1h 30m.

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