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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essendon to Portland

Composite routes from Essendon to Portland

Cheapest
4 h 13 min
Car
357 km.
from $19
Other
7 h 14 min
Train, Bus
296 km.
from $18.50
8 h 58 min
297 km.
Select a ticket
5 h 44 min
Plane, Bus
296 km.
from $255.70

Transport providers

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Deer Park to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.70–$57.24

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Henty
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.02–$10.81
Bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$1.65–$13.99
Bus from Tourist Information Centre/Jubilee Hwy East to Henty
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.08–$11.45

South Western

Website:
ptv.vic.gov.au/footer/customer-service/operator-contact-details/?utm_source=open_data_click_agency&utm_medium=open_data_agency_click&utm_campaign=open_data_click
Bus from Hamilton Station/Station St to Henty
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a week

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Warrnambool
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.85–$7.63

Airlines

Regional Express

Website:
rex.com.au/
Plane from Melbourne Airport to Mount
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$127.20–$521.52

Questions and Answers

What is the most economical way to travel from Essendon to Portland?

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Portland is to take a train and bus which costs $10.22 - $22.98 and takes 7 hours and 14 minutes.

What is the most efficient way to travel from Essendon to Portland?

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Portland is to drive which takes 4 hours and 17 minutes and costs $49.80 - $76.62.

Can you tell me if there is a direct bus route between Essendon and Portland?

No, there is no direct bus route from Essendon to Portland. However, there are services departing from Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Henty Street Bus Interchange/Henty St via Sunshine Station/Dickson St, Deer Park, Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and Hamilton Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8 hours and 58 minutes.

How far is it from Essendon to Portland?

The distance between Essendon and Portland is 383 km. The road distance is 356.3 km.

How can I get from Essendon to Portland without a car?

The best way to get from Essendon to Portland without a car is to train and bus which takes 7 hours and 14 minutes and costs $10.22 to $22.98.

How long does it take to travel from Essendon to Portland?

It takes approximately 7 hours and 14 minutes to travel from Essendon to Portland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Portland bus from?

Essendon to Portland bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Deer Park station.

Where does the bus service from Essendon to Portland stop?

The bus services from Essendon to Portland, operated by Firefly Express, stop at Ballarat station.

Can you travel from Essendon to Portland by car?

The driving distance between Essendon and Portland is 356 kilometers. It takes approximately 4 hours and 17 minutes to drive from Essendon to Portland.

What are the options for accommodation near Portland?

There are 60+ hotels available in Portland. Prices start at $70.23 per night.
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