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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Essendon is to bus which costs $95 - $160 and takes 8h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Essendon is to fly and line 59 tram which takes 3h 43m and costs $130 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Canberra to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Canberra and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Canberra to Essendon?

The distance between Canberra and Essendon is 492 km. The road distance is 643.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Essendon without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 47m and costs $20 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Canberra to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Essendon bus from?

Canberra to Essendon bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Where does the Canberra to Essendon bus arrive?

Canberra to Essendon bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Essendon is 644 km. It takes approximately 6h 49m to drive from Canberra to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5134+ hotels available in Essendon.

Canberra to Essendon - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, line 59 tram, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Canberra to Essendon by plane, tram, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly, line 59 tram
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CBR - MEL
2. Take the tram from Airport West/Matthews Ave #59 to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44tram
3h 43m
$135–327
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Alburybus
2. Take the train from Albury Station to Broadmeadows Stationtrain 623 / ...
7h 47m
$21–282
Drive 643.7 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Essendoncar 643.7 km
6h 49m
$114–165
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
8h 8m
$96–153
Bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
8h 31m
$109–222

Canberra to Essendon by bus and train

28Weekly Services

7h 47mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 492.1 km
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Essendon, VIC, Australia?

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St twice daily. Tickets cost $85–150 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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