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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Swan Hill is to train which costs $12 - $17 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Swan Hill is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs $60 - $90.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Swan Hill?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Swan Hill station. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St via Sunbury Station/Brook St and Bendigo Station/Railway Pl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Essendon to Swan Hill?

The distance between Essendon and Swan Hill is 344 km. The road distance is 325.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Swan Hill without a car is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs $12 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Essendon to Swan Hill, including transfers.

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

Essendon to Swan Hill bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Sunbury Station/Brook St.

Train or bus from Essendon to Swan Hill?

The best way to get from Essendon to Swan Hill is to train which takes 6h 9m and costs $12 - $17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $45 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Essendon to Swan Hill bus arrive?

Essendon to Swan Hill bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Can I drive from Essendon to Swan Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Swan Hill is 325 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Essendon to Swan Hill.

Where can I stay near Swan Hill?

There are 34+ hotels available in Swan Hill.

Essendon to Swan Hill - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Essendon to Swan Hill by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Watergardens Station to Swan Hill StationBendigo
6h 9m
$12–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunbury Station/Brook St to Bendigo Station/Railway PlBendigo
2. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Swan Hill Station/Curlewis StCoach / ...
7h 29m
$8–43
Drive 325.3 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Swan Hill325.3 km
3h 40m
$62–89

Essendon to Swan Hill by bus and train

14Weekly Services

6h 9mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 344.5 km
Duration: 6h 9m

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

V/Line operates a train from Watergardens Station to Swan Hill Station twice daily. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Swan Hill Station/Curlewis St via Sunbury Station/Brook St and Bendigo Station/Railway Pl in around 7h 29m.

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