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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Essendon Fields is to train which costs $18 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Essendon Fields is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Essendon Fields?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat to Essendon Fields. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Nomad Rd/English St via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Essendon Fields?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Essendon Fields. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Earl St/Matthews Ave #56 via Southern Cross Station and Fletcher St/Napier St #41. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Essendon Fields?

The distance between Ballarat and Essendon Fields is 126 km. The road distance is 103.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Essendon Fields without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Ballarat to Essendon Fields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Essendon Fields bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Essendon Fields train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Essendon Fields?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Essendon Fields is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $64 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Ballarat to Essendon Fields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Essendon Fields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Essendon Fields?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Essendon Fields is 104 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Ballarat to Essendon Fields.

Where can I stay near Essendon Fields?

There are 5179+ hotels available in Essendon Fields.

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

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1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 16m
$18
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1. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
2h 20m
$64
Drive 103.7 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Essendon Fieldscar 103.7 km
1h 13m
$22–32

Ballarat to Essendon Fields by train and tram

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Distance: 125.7 km
Duration: 2h 16m

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