What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Sovereign Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Sovereign Hill is to line 903 bus and train which costs $19 - $24 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Sovereign Hill?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Sovereign Hill is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Sovereign Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Sovereign Hill. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Burdeu St/Main Rd via Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis St, Melbourne Airport and Ballarat Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Essendon to Sovereign Hill?

The distance between Essendon and Sovereign Hill is 120 km. The road distance is 105.1 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Sovereign Hill without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Sovereign Hill without a car is to line 903 bus and train which takes 2h 48m and costs $19 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Sovereign Hill?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Essendon to Sovereign Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Sovereign Hill bus from?

Essendon to Sovereign Hill bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where does the Essendon to Sovereign Hill bus arrive?

Essendon to Sovereign Hill bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis St station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Sovereign Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Sovereign Hill is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Essendon to Sovereign Hill.

Where can I stay near Sovereign Hill?

There are 208+ hotels available in Sovereign Hill.

Essendon to Sovereign Hill - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 903 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Essendon to Sovereign Hill by bus, train, or car

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Line 903 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Sunshine Station/Dickson Stbus 903
2. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 48m
$20–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/City Pl to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Ballarat
4h 30m
$13–28
Line 477 bus, line 478 bus, bus, line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis Stbus 477
2. Take the bus from Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis St to Melbourne Airport/Grants Rdbus 478 / ...
3. Take the bus from Melbourne Airport to Ballaratbus
4. Take the bus from Ballarat Station to Burdeu St/Main Rdbus 21
4h 22m
$70
Drive 105.1 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Sovereign Hillcar 105.1 km
1h 15m
$20–28

Essendon to Sovereign Hill by bus and train

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2h 48mAverage Duration

$20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 119.9 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Sovereign Hill, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Burdeu St/Main Rd via Airport West Shopping Centre/Louis St, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, Melbourne Airport, Ballarat, and Ballarat Station in around 4h 22m.

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