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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Canberra is to bus via Flagstaff Station which costs $70 - $130 and takes 8h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Canberra is to line 59 tram and fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $140 - $390.

How far is it from Essendon to Canberra?

The distance between Essendon and Canberra is 493 km. The road distance is 645.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Canberra without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 47m and costs $19 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Essendon to Canberra, including transfers.

Can I drive from Essendon to Canberra?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Canberra is 645 km. It takes approximately 6h 55m to drive from Essendon to Canberra.

Where can I stay near Canberra?

There are 847+ hotels available in Canberra.

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

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

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 #59tram
2. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane MEL - CBR
3h 52m
$144–388
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Broadmeadows Station to Albury Stationtrain 622 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albury to Canberrabus
8h 47m
$20–286
Drive 645.3 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Canberracar 645.3 km
6h 55m
$116–168
Bus via Flagstaff Station
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Canberrabus
8h 51m
$71–126
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal to Canberrabus Sydney
9h 15m
$106–226

Essendon to Canberra by train and bus

28Weekly Services

8h 47mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 493.3 km
Duration: 3h 52m

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

FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Canberra twice daily. Tickets cost $65–120 and the journey takes 7h 30m.

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