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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Essendon Fields is to bus which costs $60 - $95 and takes 14h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Essendon Fields is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs $120 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Sydney and Essendon Fields?

No, there is no direct bus from Sydney station to Essendon Fields. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Essendon Fields/English St via Sydney Rd/Camp Rd and Broadmeadows Library/Pascoe Vale Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Essendon Fields?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Essendon Fields. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Earl St/Matthews Ave #56 via Broadmeadows Station and Fletcher St/Napier St #41. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.

How far is it from Sydney to Essendon Fields?

The distance between Sydney and Essendon Fields is 726 km. The road distance is 851.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sydney to Essendon Fields without a car is to train which takes 10h 58m and costs $75 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Sydney to Essendon Fields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Essendon Fields bus from?

Sydney to Essendon Fields bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Central Station.

Where do I catch the Sydney to Essendon Fields train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Sydney to Essendon Fields?

The best way to get from Sydney to Essendon Fields is to fly which takes 3h 49m and costs $120 - $420. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $260 and takes 10h 58m, you could also bus via Campbellfield, which costs $95 - $99 and takes 12h 37m.

Where does the Sydney to Essendon Fields bus arrive?

Sydney to Essendon Fields bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Campbellfield station.

Where does the Sydney to Essendon Fields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sydney to Essendon Fields?

Yes, the driving distance between Sydney to Essendon Fields is 851 km. It takes approximately 8h 51m to drive from Sydney to Essendon Fields.

Where can I stay near Essendon Fields?

There are 5058+ hotels available in Essendon Fields.

Sydney to Essendon Fields - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Sydney to Essendon Fields 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)SYD - MEL
3h 49m
$128–412
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Broadmeadows Station, Railway Cres6103 / ...
14h 28m
$60–95
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Broadmeadows Station623 / ...
10h 58m
$78–252
Bus via Campbellfield
1. Take the bus from Central Station to CampbellfieldMelbourne
12h 37m
$95–99
Drive 851.1 km
1. Drive from Sydney to Essendon Fields851.1 km
8h 51m
$165–239
Fly to Avalon Airport, bus
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)SYD - AVV
2. Take the bus from Avalon Airport/Outside Terminal to Skybus Coach Terminal
5h 50m
$143–602

Sydney to Essendon Fields by train and tram

27Weekly Services

10h 58mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 726.3 km
Duration: 3h 49m

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

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and Qantas 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 17m.

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