What is the cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Essendon?

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Essendon is to train and fly which costs $110 - $420 and takes 6h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brisbane to Essendon?

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Essendon is to fly which takes 5h and costs $150 - $340.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane station to Essendon station. However, there are services departing from Roma Street Station and arriving at Glenbervie Station via Central Station and Broadmeadows Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 48m.

How far is it from Brisbane to Essendon?

The distance between Brisbane and Essendon is 1407 km. The road distance is 1639.3 km.

How do I travel from Brisbane to Essendon without a car?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Essendon without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 25h 48m and costs $140 - $500.

How long does it take to get from Brisbane to Essendon?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Brisbane to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Essendon train from?

Brisbane to Essendon train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Roma Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane to Essendon?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Essendon is to fly which takes 5h and costs $150 - $340. Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $140 - $500 and takes 25h 48m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 29h 57m.

What is the time difference between Brisbane and Essendon?

Essendon is 1h ahead of Brisbane. It is currently 5:40 PM in Brisbane and 6:40 PM in Essendon.

Where does the Brisbane to Essendon train arrive?

Brisbane to Essendon train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Essendon is 1639 km. It takes approximately 18h 13m to drive from Brisbane to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5106+ hotels available in Essendon.

Brisbane to Essendon - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Brisbane to Essendon by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Brisbane Airport to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)BNE - MEL
5h
$159–335
Train to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from South Brisbane station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)OOL - MEL
6h 33m
$112–412
Train via Sydney
1. Take the train from Roma Street Station to Central Station32
2. Take the train from Central Station to Broadmeadows Station623 / ...
25h 48m
$141–495
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brisbane to Central StationSydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
29h 57m
Drive 1,639.3 km
1. Drive from Brisbane to Essendon1,639.3 km
18h 13m
$311–449
Fly Brisbane Airport to Avalon Airport, bus
1. Fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Avalon Airport (AVV)BNE - AVV
2. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminal
6h 31m
$202–468
Train to Sunshine Coast Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport
1. Take the train from Central station, platform 6 to Landsborough station, platform 1
2. Fly from Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)MCY - MEL
7h 50m
$134–414
Train to Gold Coast Airport, fly to Avalon Airport, bus
1. Take the train from South Brisbane station, platform 1 to Varsity Lakes station, platform 2
2. Fly from Gold Coast Airport (OOL) to Avalon Airport (AVV)OOL - AVV
3. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminal
7h 59m
$186–476
Train
1. Take the train from Brisbane to Broadmeadows
2d
$3,370–4,460

Brisbane to Essendon by train

13Weekly Trains

25h 48mAverage Duration

$141Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,407 km
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Brisbane, QLD, Australia and Essendon, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Roma Street Station to Glenbervie Station via Central Station and Broadmeadows Station in around 25h 48m.

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