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Canberra, Australia → Essendon, Australia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Canberra to Essendon

Cheapest
6 h 44 min
Car
646 km.
from $35
Other
8 h 4 min
Bus, Train
465 km.
from $73.18
10 h 32 min
466 km.
from $114.87

Transport providers

Airlines

Qatar Airways

Website:
qatarairways.com/en-au/homepage.html
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$445.65

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$358.70

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$358.70

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Canberra International Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$445.65

Train operators

Yarra Trams

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
yarratrams.com.au/
Train from 59-Airport West/Matthews Ave to 44-Thorn
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.55

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Albury to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
2h 46m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$103.26
Train from Goulburn Station to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
7h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.61–$141.30

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Albury to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.22–$7.07

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Canberra Station to Goulburn
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.70–$5.98

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Albury
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.78–$70.65
Bus from Canberra to Southern
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$141.30

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Canberra to Albury
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.93–$18.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Essendon is to train which costs $39.13 - $152.17 and takes 10h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Essendon is to fly and line 59 tram which takes 3h 40m and costs $54.35 - $250 .

Is there a direct train between Canberra and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Canberra station to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Canberra Station and arriving at Glenbervie via Goulburn Station and Broadmeadows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

How far is it from Canberra to Essendon?

The distance between Canberra and Essendon is 491 km. The road distance is 651.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Canberra to Essendon without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 4m and costs $10.87 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Canberra to Essendon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Essendon train from?

Canberra to Essendon train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Canberra Station.

Train or bus from Canberra to Essendon?

The best way to get from Canberra to Essendon is to train which takes 10h 32m and costs $39.13 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $141.30 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Canberra to Essendon train arrive?

Canberra to Essendon train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Goulburn Station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Essendon?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Essendon is 651 km. It takes approximately 6h 44m to drive from Canberra to Essendon.

Where can I stay near Essendon?

There are 4245+ hotels available in Essendon. Prices start at $77.84 per night.
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