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Trip Overview

The average train between Benalla and Essendon takes 2h 9m and the fastest train takes 1h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Benalla to Essendon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 9m
Duration
186 km
Distance
$40
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Benalla to Essendon train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Benalla and Essendon. The earliest departure is at 5:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Benalla is at 6:38 PM which arrives into Essendon at 9:56 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    NSW TrainLink XPTMetro Trains Melbourne2h 1m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne3h 18m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    NSW TrainLink XPTMetro Trains Melbourne1h 55m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 13m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 7m • 1 change
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    NSW TrainLink XPTMetro Trains Melbourne2h 1m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    NSW TrainLink XPTMetro Trains Melbourne2h • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 13m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 23m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    NSW TrainLink XPTMetro Trains Melbourne2h • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 13m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 7m • 1 change
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    NSW TrainLink XPTMetro Trains Melbourne2h 12m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    NSW TrainLink XPTMetro Trains Melbourne1h 55m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 13m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 7m • 1 change
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    NSW TrainLink XPTMetro Trains Melbourne2h 1m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    NSW TrainLink XPTMetro Trains Melbourne1h 55m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 13m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 7m • 1 change
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    NSW TrainLink XPTMetro Trains Melbourne2h 1m • 1 change

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    NSW TrainLink XPTMetro Trains Melbourne1h 55m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 13m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne2h 7m • 1 change
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    NSW TrainLink XPTMetro Trains Melbourne2h 1m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Benalla to Essendon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Benalla to Essendon.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 186.4 km
  • Duration: 2h 9m

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

NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Benalla Station to Broadmeadows Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $25–150 and the journey takes 1h 38m. V/Line also services this route twice daily.

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