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

The cheapest way to get from Eildon to Essendon is to bus and line 903 bus which costs $6 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eildon to Essendon is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Eildon and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Eildon to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Eildon SC/Main St and arriving at Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd via Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy and Box Hill Bus Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Eildon to Essendon?

The distance between Eildon and Essendon is 173 km. The road distance is 142.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Eildon to Essendon without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 44m and costs $12.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Eildon to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eildon to Essendon bus from?

Eildon to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Eildon SC/Main St station.

Where does the Eildon to Essendon bus arrive?

Eildon to Essendon bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy.

Can I drive from Eildon to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Eildon to Essendon is 142 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Eildon to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5170+ hotels available in Essendon.

Eildon to Essendon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 903 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Eildon to Essendon by bus, train, or car

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Eildon SC/Main St to Lilydale Station/Main Stbus 684
2. Take the train from Lilydale Station to Flinders Street Stationtrain Lilydale
3h 44m
$12
Bus, line 903 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Eildon SC/Main St to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 684
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rdbus 903
5h 35m
$6
Drive 142.2 km
1. Drive from Eildon to Essendoncar 142.2 km
2h 4m
$26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eildon SC/Main St to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwybus 684
4h
$18

Eildon to Essendon by bus and train

2Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.7 km
Duration: 3h 44m

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

Metropolitan buses operates a bus from Eildon SC/Main St to Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy twice a week. Tickets cost $6 and the journey takes 2h 29m.

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