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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Geelong is to train which costs $12 - $16 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Geelong is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Geelong?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Sunshine Station/City Pl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Geelong?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Geelong station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Geelong Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Essendon to Geelong?

The distance between Essendon and Geelong is 88 km. The road distance is 73.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Geelong without a car is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $12 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Essendon to Geelong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Geelong bus from?

Essendon to Geelong bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, depart from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Geelong train from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Geelong?

The best way to get from Essendon to Geelong is to train which takes 1h 30m and costs $12 - $16. Alternatively, you can line 903 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Essendon to Geelong bus arrive?

Essendon to Geelong bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, arrive at Sunshine Station/Dickson St.

Where does the Essendon to Geelong train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Geelong?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Geelong is 73 km. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Essendon to Geelong.

Where can I stay near Geelong?

There are 872+ hotels available in Geelong.

Essendon to Geelong - 4 ways to travel via train, line 903 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong StationGeelong
1h 30m
$12–16
Line 903 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson St903
2. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/City Pl to Geelong Station/Railway TceGeelong
2h 26m
Drive 73.1 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Geelong73.1 km
56 min
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Geelong73.1 km
56 min
$140–180

Essendon to Geelong by train

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1h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.1 km
Duration: 1h 30m

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Geelong Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Geelong Station/Railway Tce via Sunshine Station/Dickson St and Sunshine Station/City Pl in around 2h 26m.

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