What is the cheapest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon?

The cheapest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon is to fly which costs $290 - $950 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon?

The fastest way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs $290 - $950.

Is there a direct train between Perth Airport (PER) and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon station. However, there are services departing from Airport Central Stn Platform 1 and arriving at Essendon Station via Perth, Adelaide Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 12h.

How far is it from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon?

The distance between Perth Airport (PER) and Essendon is 2715 km. The road distance is 3295.8 km.

How do I travel from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon without a car?

The best way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon without a car is to train and bus which takes 3 days 11h and costs $650 - $11,000.

How long does it take to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon train from?

Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, depart from Perth station.

Train or fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon?

The best way to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs $290 - $950. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $800 - $11,000 and takes 3 days 12h.

What is the time difference between Perth Airport (PER) and Essendon?

Essendon is 3h ahead of Perth Airport (PER). It is currently 9:02 PM in Perth Airport (PER) and 12:02 AM in Essendon.

Where does the Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon train arrive?

Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon train services, operated by Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific, arrive at Adelaide Parklands station.

Can I drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon is 3296 km. It takes approximately 35h 11m to drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5171+ hotels available in Essendon.

Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
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1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane PER - MEL
4h 28m
$290–942
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Perth to Adelaide Parklandstrain Per-Adl 2026
2. Take the bus from Adelaide to Deer Parkbus Melbourne
3d 11h
$683–10,087
Drive 3,295.8 km
1. Drive from Perth Airport (PER) to Essendoncar 3,295.8 km
35h 11m
$599–865
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane PER - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
8h 54m
$454–1,371
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Adelaide Parklandstrain Per-Adl 2026
2. Take the train from Adelaide Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain The Overland
3d 12h
$819–10,430

Perth Airport (PER) to Essendon by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 2,714.6 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Perth Airport (PER), Australia and Essendon, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Perth Airport (PER) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Airport Central Stn Platform 1 to Essendon Station via Perth Stn Platform 7, Perth, Adelaide Parklands, Adelaide Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 3d 12h.

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