How to get from Essendon to Cape Paterson by bus and train?

From Essendon to Cape Paterson by bus and train

To get from Essendon to Cape Paterson in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Essendon station to Flagstaff station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the YARRAM - MELBOURNE VIA KOO WEE RUP & LEONGATHA bus and finally take the LEONGATHA - WONTHAGGI VIA INVERLOCH bus from Leongatha Railway Station/Long St (Leongatha) station to Seaward Dr/Cape Paterson Rd (Cape Paterson) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 2 min. The ride fare is A$22.38.

242minA$22.38
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Bus - YARRAM - MELBOURNE VIA KOO WEE RUP & LEONGATHA
YARRAM - MELBOURNE VIA KOO WEE RUP & LEONGATHA
Bus - LEONGATHA - WONTHAGGI VIA INVERLOCH
LEONGATHA - WONTHAGGI VIA INVERLOCH
Leaves from Essendon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Essendon
  • 2
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    City (Flinders Street)
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Flagstaff
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St (Melbourne City)
    ID 20836
    680 m • 9 min
  • 5
    Bus - YARRAM - MELBOURNE VIA KOO WEE RUP & LEONGATHAYARRAM - MELBOURNE VIA KOO WEE RUP & LEONGATHA
    Wait for bus
    YARRAM - MELBOURNE VIA KOO WEE RUP & LEONGATHA
    Yarram
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Leongatha Railway Station/Long St (Leongatha)
    ID 17351
    134 min
  • 7
    Bus - LEONGATHA - WONTHAGGI VIA INVERLOCHLEONGATHA - WONTHAGGI VIA INVERLOCH
    Wait for bus
    LEONGATHA - WONTHAGGI VIA INVERLOCH
    Wonthaggi
  • 8
    Ride to bus station Seaward Dr/Cape Paterson Rd (Cape Paterson)
    Ride to bus station
    Seaward Dr/Cape Paterson Rd (Cape Paterson)
    ID 17968
    40 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Essendon to Cape Paterson

The distance between Essendon, Melbourne and Cape Paterson, Melbourne is approximately 190.28 km, which can typically be travelled in 242 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Essendon to Cape Paterson by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Essendon

Essendon is located at Essendon, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Essendon Station/Russell St (Essendon).

Bus stations close to Essendon:

  • Essendon Station/Russell St (Essendon)
  • Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd (Essendon)
  • Lorraine St/Buckley St (Essendon)

Public transport stations close to Cape Paterson, Melbourne

Cape Paterson is located at Cape Paterson, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Seaward Dr/Cape Paterson Rd (Cape Paterson).

Bus stations close to Cape Paterson:

  • Seaward Dr/Cape Paterson Rd (Cape Paterson)
  • Tarooh St/Anglers Rd (Cape Paterson)
  • Surf Beach Rd/Cape Paterson Rd (Cape Paterson)

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Essendon to Cape Paterson?

    The fastest way takes 242 minutes, using Bus line CRAIGIEBURN, Bus line YARRAM - MELBOURNE VIA KOO WEE RUP & LEONGATHA, Bus line LEONGATHA - WONTHAGGI VIA INVERLOCH.

  • Is there a direct train between Essendon and Cape Paterson?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 2 min.

  • Which train line goes from Essendon to Cape Paterson?

    The CRAIGIEBURN train line goes from City (Flinders Street) station near Essendon in Essendon to Flagstaff station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Flagstaff station near Cape Paterson in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Essendon to Cape Paterson by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Essendon in Essendon and Cape Paterson in Melbourne by train and bus is about 4 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Essendon to get to Cape Paterson?

    Get on the CRAIGIEBURN train from the City (Flinders Street) station near Essendon in Essendon.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Essendon and Cape Paterson?

    Get off the train at the Flagstaff stop, which is closest to Cape Paterson in Melbourne.

  • How much is the train fare from Essendon to Cape Paterson?

    The ride from Essendon to Cape Paterson costs A$22.38.

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