What is the cheapest way to get from Essendon to Warrnambool?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Warrnambool is to train which costs $13 - $17 and takes 4h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Warrnambool?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Warrnambool is to drive which takes 3h and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Warrnambool?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Warrnambool station. However, there are services departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Warrnambool Station/Merri St via Sunshine Station/City Pl and Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Warrnambool?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Warrnambool station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Warrnambool Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Essendon to Warrnambool?

The distance between Essendon and Warrnambool is 274 km. The road distance is 255 km.

How do I travel from Essendon to Warrnambool without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Warrnambool without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $13 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Essendon to Warrnambool?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Essendon to Warrnambool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Warrnambool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essendon to Warrnambool train from?

Essendon to Warrnambool train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Essendon to Warrnambool?

The best way to get from Essendon to Warrnambool is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $13 - $17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $40 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Essendon to Warrnambool bus arrive?

Essendon to Warrnambool bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr.

Where does the Essendon to Warrnambool train arrive?

Essendon to Warrnambool train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Warrnambool Station.

Can I drive from Essendon to Warrnambool?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Warrnambool is 255 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Essendon to Warrnambool.

Where can I stay near Warrnambool?

There are 383+ hotels available in Warrnambool.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Stationtrain Geelong
4h 40m
$14–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunshine Station/City Pl to Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Drbus Geelong
2. Take the bus from Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr to Warrnambool Station/Merri Stbus Geelong
6h 8m
$7–39
Drive 255 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Warrnamboolcar 255 km
3h
$46–66

Essendon to Warrnambool by train

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 274.5 km
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Essendon, VIC, Australia and Warrnambool, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Warrnambool Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $8–11 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd to Warrnambool Station/Merri St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Sunshine Station/City Pl, and Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr in around 6h 8m.

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