The average train between Essendon and Woodend takes 1h 45m and the fastest train takes 1h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Essendon to Woodend. 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 hourly between Essendon and Woodend. The earliest departure is at 12:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Essendon is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Woodend at 7:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Essendon to Woodend? 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 Woodend. However, there are services departing from Essendon station and arriving at Woodend station via Woodend Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.
Essendon to Woodend train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Southern Cross Station.
Essendon to Woodend train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Woodend Station.
The distance between Essendon and Woodend is 55.2 km. The road distance is 86 km.
V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Woodend Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 2m.