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

The cheapest way to get from Mount Gambier to Essendon is to bus and train which costs $16 - $45 and takes 6h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mount Gambier to Essendon is to fly and line 59 tram which takes 2h 35m and costs $180 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Gambier and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Gambier to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East and arriving at Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd via Ballarat, Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr and Sunshine Station/Dickson St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Mount Gambier to Essendon?

The distance between Mount Gambier and Essendon is 385 km. The road distance is 407.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Mount Gambier to Essendon without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 41m and costs $16 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Mount Gambier to Essendon, including transfers.

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

Mount Gambier to Essendon bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East station.

Where does the Mount Gambier to Essendon bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Mount Gambier and Essendon?

Essendon is 30 min ahead of Mount Gambier. It is currently 4:28 AM in Mount Gambier and 4:58 AM in Essendon.

Can I drive from Mount Gambier to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Gambier to Essendon is 407 km. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Mount Gambier to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5184+ hotels available in Essendon.

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

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

Fly, line 59 tram
best
1. Fly from Mount Gambier Airport (MGB) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane MGB - MEL
2. Take the tram from Airport West/Matthews Ave #59 to Thorn St/Mt Alexander Rd #44tram
2h 35m
$181–585
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
6h 41m
$16–43
Bus, train via Warrnambool
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East to Warrnambool Station/Merri Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Geelong
7h 47m
$17–39
Drive 407.5 km
1. Drive from Mount Gambier to Essendoncar 407.5 km
4h 51m
$77–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Melbourne Airportbus
8h 22m
$76–100

Mount Gambier to Essendon by bus and train

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6h 41mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 384.5 km
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East to Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd via Ballarat, Melbourne Airport T1 Skybus/Arrival Dr, and Sunshine Station/Dickson St in around 8h 22m.

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