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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Echuca is to line 483 bus and train which costs $12 - $16 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Echuca is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Echuca?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Echuca station. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Echuca Station/Sturt St via Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis St and Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Essendon to Echuca?

The distance between Essendon and Echuca is 244 km. The road distance is 200.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Echuca without a car is to line 483 bus and train which takes 4h 21m and costs $12 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Essendon to Echuca, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Echuca bus from?

Essendon to Echuca bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Echuca bus arrive?

Essendon to Echuca bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Echuca Station/Sturt St.

Can I drive from Essendon to Echuca?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Echuca is 200 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Essendon to Echuca.

Where can I stay near Echuca?

There are 126+ hotels available in Echuca.

Essendon to Echuca - 3 ways to travel via train, line 483 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Essendon to Echuca by bus, train, or car

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Line 483 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Sunbury Station/Brook St483
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Echuca StationBendigo
4h 21m
$12–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Echuca Station/Sturt StCoach
4h 34m
$11–30
Drive 200.4 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Echuca200.4 km
2h 26m
$39–57

Essendon to Echuca by bus and train

19Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 243.8 km
Duration: 4h 21m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd to Echuca Station/Sturt St 6 times a week. Tickets cost $2–21 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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