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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Daylesford is to train and bus which costs $18 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Daylesford is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Daylesford?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Daylesford. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at CFA/Bridport St via Sunbury Station/Brook St and Woodend Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Essendon to Daylesford?

The distance between Essendon and Daylesford is 120 km. The road distance is 99.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Daylesford without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 21m and costs $18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Essendon to Daylesford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Daylesford bus from?

Essendon to Daylesford bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, depart from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Daylesford bus arrive?

Essendon to Daylesford bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at Sunbury Station/Brook St.

Can I drive from Essendon to Daylesford?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Daylesford is 99 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Essendon to Daylesford.

Where can I stay near Daylesford?

There are 563+ hotels available in Daylesford.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Ballan Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Ballan Station/Atkinson St to CFA/Bridport Stbus Ballan - Hepburn Springs
3h 21m
$18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Sunbury Station/Brook Stbus 483
2. Take the bus from Sunbury Station/Brook St to Woodend Station/Station Stbus
3. Take the bus from Woodend Station/Station St to CFA/Bridport Stbus
3h 55m
$8–32
Drive 99.2 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Daylesfordcar 99.2 km
1h 19m
$18–26

Essendon to Daylesford by train and bus

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3h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.2 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to CFA/Bridport St via Sunbury Station/Brook St and Woodend Station/Station St in around 3h 55m.

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