What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Port Fairy?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Port Fairy is to train which costs $16 - $35 and takes 6h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Port Fairy?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Port Fairy is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Port Fairy?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Port Fairy. However, there are services departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St via Sunshine Station/City Pl and Ararat. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Essendon to Port Fairy?

The distance between Essendon and Port Fairy is 309 km. The road distance is 282.4 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Port Fairy without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Port Fairy without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs $16 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Port Fairy?

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Essendon to Port Fairy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Port Fairy bus from?

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

Train or bus from Essendon to Port Fairy?

The best way to get from Essendon to Port Fairy is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs $16 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10 - $55 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Essendon to Port Fairy bus arrive?

Essendon to Port Fairy bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ararat Station/High St.

Can I drive from Essendon to Port Fairy?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Port Fairy is 282 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Essendon to Port Fairy.

Where can I stay near Port Fairy?

There are 371+ hotels available in Port Fairy.

Essendon to Port Fairy - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Stationtrain Geelong
6h 17m
$16–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/City Pl to Ararat Station/High Stbus Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Ararat to Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank Stbus Coach
8h 11m
$11–52
Drive 282.4 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Port Fairycar 282.4 km
3h 24m
$51–74

Essendon to Port Fairy by train and bus

27Weekly Services

6h 17mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Essendon to Port Fairy.

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Distance: 309.1 km
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Port Fairy, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Sunshine Station/City Pl, and Ararat in around 8h 11m.

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