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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Adelaide is to bus which costs $16 - $70 and takes 13h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Adelaide is to line 59 tram and fly which takes 4h 4m and costs $120 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Adelaide. However, there are services departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Adelaide via Sunshine Station/Dickson St and Deer Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Adelaide?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Adelaide station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Adelaide Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

How far is it from Essendon to Adelaide?

The distance between Essendon and Adelaide is 663 km. The road distance is 715.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Adelaide without a car is to train which takes 11h 40m and costs $140 - $390.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Essendon to Adelaide, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Adelaide bus from?

Essendon to Adelaide bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Deer Park station.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Adelaide train from?

Essendon to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Essendon to Adelaide?

The best way to get from Essendon to Adelaide is to train which takes 11h 40m and costs $140 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus via Deer Park, which costs $99 - $104 and takes 11h 43m.

Where does the Essendon to Adelaide bus arrive?

Essendon to Adelaide bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Adelaide station.

What is the time difference between Essendon and Adelaide?

Adelaide is 30 min behind Essendon. It is currently 5:19 PM in Essendon and 4:49 PM in Adelaide.

Where does the Essendon to Adelaide train arrive?

Essendon to Adelaide train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Adelaide Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Adelaide?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Adelaide is 716 km. It takes approximately 8h to drive from Essendon to Adelaide.

Where can I stay near Adelaide?

There are 1475+ hotels available in Adelaide.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Essendon to Adelaide by tram, plane, train, bus, 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.

Line 59 tram, fly
best
1. Take the tram from Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44 to Airport West/Matthews Ave #59
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Adelaide Airport (ADL)MEL - ADL
4h 4m
$126–376
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to 85 Franklin StCoach
13h 11m
$16–66
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide StationThe Overland
11h 40m
$146–386
Bus via Deer Park
1. Take the bus from Deer Park to AdelaideAdelaide
11h 43m
$99–103
Drive 715.7 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Adelaide715.7 km
8h
$137–198

Essendon to Adelaide by train

2Weekly Trains

11h 40mAverage Duration

$146Cheapest Price

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Distance: 663.4 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Adelaide, SA, Australia?

Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Adelaide Station twice a week. Tickets cost $140–380 and the journey takes 10h 25m. Alternatively, Firefly Express operates a bus from Deer Park to Adelaide once daily. Tickets cost $95–99 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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