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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Essendon is to bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St which costs $70 - $100 and takes 14h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Essendon is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $130 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Essendon?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Sydney Central Station and arriving at Melbourne via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Essendon station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Glenbervie Station via Broadmeadows Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 34m.

How far is it from Sydney to Essendon?

The distance between Sydney and Essendon is 731 km. The road distance is 853.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Essendon without a car is to train which takes 10h 34m and costs $70 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Sydney to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Essendon bus from?

Sydney to Essendon bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Sydney Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Essendon train from?

Sydney to Essendon train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Essendon?

The best way to get from Sydney to Essendon is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $130 - $320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $250 and takes 10h 34m, you could also bus, which costs $130 - $220 and takes 12h 26m.

Where does the Sydney to Essendon bus arrive?

Sydney to Essendon bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Melbourne station.

Where does the Sydney to Essendon train arrive?

Sydney to Essendon train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Broadmeadows Station.

Can I drive from Sydney to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Essendon is 853 km. It takes approximately 9h to drive from Sydney to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 5145+ hotels available in Essendon.

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There are 6 ways to get from Sydney to Essendon by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Melbourne Airport
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
4h 9m
$130–314
Bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Southern Cross Coach Terminal, Spencer Stbus 6101 / ...
14h 28m
$71–98
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Broadmeadows Stationtrain 621 / ...
10h 34m
$72–246
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
12h 26m
$135–215
Drive 853.4 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Essendoncar 853.4 km
9h
$152–219
Fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
5h 42m
$128–326

Sydney to Essendon by train

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Distance: 731 km
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Essendon, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Qantas, and Virgin Australia fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) every 20 minutes. Alternatively, NSW TrainLink XPT operates a train from Central Station to Broadmeadows Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $65–240 and the journey takes 10h 14m.

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