What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Halls Gap?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Halls Gap is to train and bus which costs $12 - $28 and takes 5h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Halls Gap?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Halls Gap is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Halls Gap?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Halls Gap. However, there are services departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Information Centre/Grampians Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Deer Park and Ararat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Essendon to Halls Gap?

The distance between Essendon and Halls Gap is 257 km. The road distance is 242.5 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Halls Gap without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Halls Gap without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 31m and costs $12 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Halls Gap?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Essendon to Halls Gap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Halls Gap bus from?

Essendon to Halls Gap bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Deer Park station.

Train or bus from Essendon to Halls Gap?

The best way to get from Essendon to Halls Gap is to bus which takes 6h 39m and costs $100 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Essendon to Halls Gap bus arrive?

Essendon to Halls Gap bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ararat station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Halls Gap?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Halls Gap is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Essendon to Halls Gap.

Where can I stay near Halls Gap?

There are 123+ hotels available in Halls Gap.

Essendon to Halls Gap - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ararat StationBallarat
2. Take the bus from Ararat to Information Centre/Grampians RdCoach
5h 31m
$12–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Deer Park to Ararat stationAdelaide
2. Take the bus from Ararat to Information Centre/Grampians RdCoach
6h 39m
$100–115
Drive 242.5 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Halls Gap242.5 km
2h 45m
$48–69
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Stawell StationThe Overland
6h 43m

Essendon to Halls Gap by bus and train

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 256.9 km
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Halls Gap, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Information Centre/Grampians Rd via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Ballarat Rd/Station Rd, Deer Park, and Ararat in around 6h 39m. Alternatively, Journey Beyond - The Overland operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Stawell Station twice a week, and the journey takes 3h 33m.

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