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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Brisbane is to fly and train which costs $110 - $420 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Brisbane is to fly which takes 4h 52m and costs $150 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Brisbane?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Brisbane. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Brisbane via Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis St, Campbellfield and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Brisbane?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Brisbane station. However, there are services departing from Glenbervie Station and arriving at Roma Street Station via Broadmeadows Station and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 53m.

How far is it from Essendon to Brisbane?

The distance between Essendon and Brisbane is 1407 km. The road distance is 1638.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Brisbane without a car is to train which takes 26h 53m and costs $140 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Essendon to Brisbane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Brisbane bus from?

Essendon to Brisbane bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Campbellfield station.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Brisbane train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Essendon to Brisbane?

The best way to get from Essendon to Brisbane is to fly which takes 4h 52m and costs $150 - $350. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $500 and takes 26h 53m, you could also bus via Campbellfield, which costs $220 - $410 and takes 27h 44m.

Where does the Essendon to Brisbane bus arrive?

Essendon to Brisbane bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Essendon and Brisbane?

Brisbane is 1h behind Essendon. It is currently 7:00 PM in Essendon and 6:00 PM in Brisbane.

Where does the Essendon to Brisbane train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Brisbane?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Brisbane is 1638 km. It takes approximately 18h 18m to drive from Essendon to Brisbane.

Where can I stay near Brisbane?

There are 2264+ hotels available in Brisbane.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Essendon to Brisbane 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 Melbourne Airport to Brisbane Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)MEL - BNE
4h 52m
$158–346
Fly Melbourne Airport to Gold Coast Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)MEL - OOL
2. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3
6h 31m
$112–412
Train
1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Central Station622 / ...
2. Take the train from Central Station to Roma Street Station31
26h 53m
$140–496
Bus via Campbellfield
1. Take the bus from Campbellfield to Central StationSydney
2. Take the bus from Central Station to BrisbaneBrisbane
27h 44m
$229–403
Drive 1,638.2 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Brisbane1,638.2 km
18h 18m
$315–455
Bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Brisbane Airport
1. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)AVV - BNE
6h 12m
$200–488
Bus to Avalon Airport, fly to Gold Coast Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Skybus Coach Terminal to Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal
2. Fly from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Gold Coast Airport (OOL)AVV - OOL
3. Take the train from Varsity Lakes station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 3
7h 45m
$186–476
Fly Melbourne Airport to Sunshine Coast Airport, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY)MEL - MCY
2. Take the train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central station, platform 5
7h 56m
$134–464
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Central Station
2. Take the bus from Central Station to BrisbanePm12
31h 17m

Essendon to Brisbane by train

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26h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,406.6 km
Duration: 4h 52m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Brisbane Airport (BNE) every 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take a train from Glenbervie Station to Roma Street Station via Broadmeadows Station and Central Station in around 26h 53m.

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