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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Sydney is to bus via Campbellfield which costs $100 - $105 and takes 12h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $110 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Sydney?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Central Station via Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis St and Campbellfield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Sydney?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Sydney station. However, there are services departing from Glenbervie Station and arriving at Central Station via Broadmeadows Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.

How far is it from Essendon to Sydney?

The distance between Essendon and Sydney is 729 km. The road distance is 853.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Sydney without a car is to train which takes 11h 47m and costs $70 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Essendon to Sydney, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Sydney bus from?

Essendon to Sydney bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Campbellfield station.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Sydney train from?

Essendon to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Broadmeadows Station.

Train, bus or fly from Essendon to Sydney?

The best way to get from Essendon to Sydney is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $110 - $310. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $250 and takes 11h 47m, you could also bus via Campbellfield, which costs $100 - $105 and takes 12h 44m.

Where does the Essendon to Sydney bus arrive?

Essendon to Sydney bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Essendon to Sydney train arrive?

Essendon to Sydney train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Sydney is 854 km. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from Essendon to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

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Fly from Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
3h 55m
$112–304
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Central Stationtrain 622 / ...
11h 47m
$70–246
Bus via Campbellfield
1. Take the bus from Campbellfield to Central Stationbus Sydney
12h 44m
$101–105
Drive 853.6 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Sydneycar 853.6 km
8h 58m
$155–223
Train to Avalon Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Lara Stationtrain
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane AVV - SYD
5h 14m
$110–276
Bus
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
13h 10m
$136–226

Essendon to Sydney by train

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Distance: 729 km
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What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Sydney, NSW, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD) every 20 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Broadmeadows Station to Central Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $65–240 and the journey takes 10h 34m.

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