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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Wollongong is to bus which costs $95 - $120 and takes 13h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Wollongong is to fly and train which takes 4h 55m and costs $130 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Wollongong?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Wollongong station. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Wollongong Station, Station St via Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis St, Campbellfield and Goulburn Station, Coach Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 3m.

How far is it from Essendon to Wollongong?

The distance between Essendon and Wollongong is 794 km. The road distance is 800.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Wollongong without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 49m and costs $85 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Essendon to Wollongong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Wollongong bus from?

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

Where does the Essendon to Wollongong bus arrive?

Essendon to Wollongong bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Goulburn station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Wollongong?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Wollongong is 800 km. It takes approximately 8h 38m to drive from Essendon to Wollongong.

Where can I stay near Wollongong?

There are 331+ hotels available in Wollongong.

Essendon to Wollongong - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Essendon to Wollongong by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane MEL - SYD
2. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
4h 55m
$139–375
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Campbelltown Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the bus from Campbelltown Station, Stand D to Crown St After Keira Stbus 887
12h 49m
$88–246
Bus
1. Take the bus from Campbellfield to Goulburnbus Sydney
2. Take the bus from Goulburn Station, Coach Stop to Wollongong Station, Station Stbus 855
13h 3m
$98–117
Drive 800.4 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Wollongongcar 800.4 km
8h 38m
$145–210
Train to Avalon Airport, fly, train
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
3. Take the train from Wolli Creek Station to Wollongong Stationtrain
6h 26m
$144–350
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Melbourne to Sydney Central Stationbus Au100-3 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Wollongong Stationtrain Sco
15h 14m
$132–226

Essendon to Wollongong by train and bus

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Distance: 794.3 km
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Wollongong, NSW, Australia?

You can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Wollongong Station, Station St via Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis St, Sydney Rd/Mahoneys Rd, Campbellfield, and Goulburn Station, Coach Stop in around 13h 3m.

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