What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Mount Gambier?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Mount Gambier is to train and bus which costs $17 - $50 and takes 7h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Mount Gambier?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Mount Gambier is to line 59 tram and fly which takes 3h 32m and costs $180 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Mount Gambier?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Mount Gambier. However, there are services departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East via Sunshine Station/City Pl and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Essendon to Mount Gambier?

The distance between Essendon and Mount Gambier is 384 km. The road distance is 407.3 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Mount Gambier without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Mount Gambier without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 22m and costs $17 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Mount Gambier?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Essendon to Mount Gambier, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Mount Gambier bus from?

Essendon to Mount Gambier bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Sunshine Station/City Pl.

Where does the Essendon to Mount Gambier bus arrive?

Essendon to Mount Gambier bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

What is the time difference between Essendon and Mount Gambier?

Mount Gambier is 30 min behind Essendon. It is currently 7:20 AM in Essendon and 6:50 AM in Mount Gambier.

Can I drive from Essendon to Mount Gambier?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Mount Gambier is 407 km. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Essendon to Mount Gambier.

Where can I stay near Mount Gambier?

There are 84+ hotels available in Mount Gambier.

Essendon to Mount Gambier - 5 ways to travel via train, line 59 tram, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Essendon to Mount Gambier by tram, plane, train, bus, or car

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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 Mount Gambier Airport (MGB)plane MEL - MGB
3h 32m
$181–475
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/City Pl to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy Eastbus Coach
7h 56m
$11–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy Eastbus Coach
7h 22m
$18–47
Train, bus via Warrnambool
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy Eastbus Coach
8h 36m
$18–42
Drive 407.3 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Mount Gambiercar 407.3 km
4h 52m
$73–106

Essendon to Mount Gambier by bus and train

5Weekly Services

7h 22mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Essendon to Mount Gambier.

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Distance: 384.1 km
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Mount Gambier, SA, Australia?

You can take a bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Sunshine Station/City Pl, and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 7h 56m.

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