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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Bendigo is to bus and train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Bendigo is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Bendigo?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Bendigo station. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl via Sunbury Station/Brook St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Bendigo?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Bendigo station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Bendigo Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Essendon to Bendigo?

The distance between Essendon and Bendigo is 170 km. The road distance is 140.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Bendigo without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs $14 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Essendon to Bendigo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Bendigo bus from?

Essendon to Bendigo bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, depart from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Bendigo train from?

Essendon to Bendigo train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Essendon to Bendigo?

The best way to get from Essendon to Bendigo is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs $14 - $19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $25 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Essendon to Bendigo bus arrive?

Essendon to Bendigo bus services, operated by Public Transport Victoria, arrive at Sunbury Station/Brook St.

Where does the Essendon to Bendigo train arrive?

Essendon to Bendigo train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Bendigo Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Bendigo?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Bendigo is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Essendon to Bendigo.

Where can I stay near Bendigo?

There are 185+ hotels available in Bendigo.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bendigo Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 43m
$14–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Sunbury Station/Brook Stbus 483
2. Take the bus from Sunbury Station/Brook St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Bendigo
3h 2m
$8–25
Drive 140.7 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Bendigocar 140.7 km
1h 34m
$25–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Sunbury Station/Brook Stbus 483
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Bendigo Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 45m
$14–18

Essendon to Bendigo by train

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Distance: 169.9 km
Duration: 2h 43m

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Bendigo Station hourly. Tickets cost $9–13 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Bendigo Station/Railway Pl via Sunbury Station/Brook St in around 3h 2m.

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