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Trip Overview

The average train between Warrnambool and Essendon takes 5h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Warrnambool 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.

5h 10m
Duration
274 km
Distance
$12
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Warrnambool to Essendon train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Warrnambool and Essendon. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Warrnambool is at 5:40 PM which arrives into Essendon at 5:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne11h 34m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne3h 28m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne11h 34m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne3h 28m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne7h 19m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne3h 46m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne3h 47m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne3h 51m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne4h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne3h 46m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne3h 47m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne3h 51m • 1 change
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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne4h 3m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne3h 28m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne11h 34m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    V/LineMetro Trains Melbourne3h 28m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Warrnambool 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 Warrnambool to Essendon.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 274.5 km
  • Duration: 5h 10m

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

V/Line operates a train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 3h 17m.

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