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

The cheapest way to get from Daylesford to Essendon is to bus and train which costs $19 - $24 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Daylesford to Essendon is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Daylesford and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Daylesford to Essendon. However, there are services departing from CFA/Bridport St and arriving at Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd via Woodend Station/Station St and Sunbury Station/Brook St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Daylesford to Essendon?

The distance between Daylesford and Essendon is 116 km. The road distance is 102.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Daylesford to Essendon without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 44m and costs $19 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Daylesford to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Daylesford to Essendon bus from?

Daylesford to Essendon bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from CFA/Bridport St station.

Where does the Daylesford to Essendon bus arrive?

Daylesford to Essendon bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Woodend Station/Station St.

Can I drive from Daylesford to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Daylesford to Essendon is 102 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Daylesford to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5149+ hotels available in Essendon.

Daylesford to Essendon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from CFA/Bridport St to Ballan Station/Atkinson Stbus
2. Take the train from Ballan Station to Sunshine Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rdbus 903
2h 44m
$20–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from CFA/Bridport St to Woodend Station/Station Stbus
2. Take the bus from Woodend Station/Station St to Sunbury Station/Brook Stbus
3. Take the bus from Sunbury Station/Brook St to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rdbus 483
3h 29m
$8–31
Drive 102.2 km
1. Drive from Daylesford to Essendoncar 102.2 km
1h 14m
$19–27

Daylesford to Essendon by bus and train

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2h 44mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.2 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a bus from CFA/Bridport St to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd via Woodend Station/Station St and Sunbury Station/Brook St in around 3h 29m.

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