The average train between Essendon and Warrnambool takes 6h 29m and the fastest train takes 3h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Essendon to Warrnambool. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Essendon and Warrnambool. The earliest departure is at 12:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Essendon is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Warrnambool at 10:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

3h 56m • 1 change
3h 48m • 1 change
3h 35m • 1 changeArrives next day

10h 50m • 1 change
3h 56m • 1 change
3h 48m • 1 change
3h 35m • 1 changeArrives next day

10h 50m • 1 change
3h 56m • 1 change
3h 48m • 1 change
3h 35m • 1 changeArrives next day

10h 50m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Essendon to Warrnambool? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Essendon to Warrnambool. However, there are services departing from Essendon station and arriving at Warrnambool station via Warrnambool Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.
Essendon to Warrnambool train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Southern Cross Station.
Essendon to Warrnambool train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Warrnambool Station.
The distance between Essendon and Warrnambool is 223.4 km. The road distance is 274 km.
V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 3h 25m.