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Sydney to Essendon

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8 h 52 min
857 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Sydney to Essendon

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Cheapest
By car (857 km)
8 h 52 min
857 km.
from $47
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Plane to Essendon (Tullamarine Airport)
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Rideshare
8 h 52 min
857 km.
from $11.18
Bus, Plane (Fly to Melbourne Airport)
4 h 1 min
712 km.
from $96.60
Bus, Plane (Fly to Avalon Airport)
5 h 33 min
712 km.
from $168.35

Transport providers

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:
$2.97

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
10h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$46.73–$176.83

Bus operators

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Bus from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 to Broadmeadows
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$0.14–$37.89

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.95–$59.37

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$88.42–$214.73

SkyBus

Phone:
+61 (0)3 9335 2811
Email:
Website:
skybus.com.au
Bus from Avalon Airport to Southern
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.31–$404.19
Plane from Sydney Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$107.36–$404.19
Plane from Sydney Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
1h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$50.52–$378.93

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Sydney Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$391.56

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sydney to Essendon is to bus which costs $1 - $32.61 and takes 14h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sydney to Essendon is to fly and line 59 tram which takes 4h 1m and costs $59.78 - $250 .

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 Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1 and arriving at Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd via Broadmeadows Station/Pascoe Vale Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Sydney and Essendon?

No, there is no direct train from Sydney station to Essendon. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Glenbervie via Broadmeadows. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 38m.

How far is it from Sydney to Essendon?

The distance between Sydney and Essendon is 730 km. The road distance is 862.4 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 38m and costs $43.48 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m 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 Transport for NSW, depart from Central Station, Forecourt, Coach Bay 1.

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 or bus from Sydney to Essendon?

The best way to get from Sydney to Essendon is to train which takes 10h 38m and costs $43.48 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus via Southern Cross Coach Terminal, which costs $39.13 - $184.78 and takes 12h 6m.

Where does the Sydney to Essendon bus arrive?

Sydney to Essendon bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Broadmeadows Station, Railway Cres.

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 862 km. It takes approximately 8h 50m to drive from Sydney 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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