How to get from Ararat to Essendon by bus and train?

Ararat to Essendon - Bus Timetable

The BALLARAT bus from Ararat to Essendon runs from 06:39 to 15:59, with departures every 1 hr 20 min-2 hr 40 min. The journey takes about 3 hr 19 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Ararat to Essendon by bus and train

To get from Ararat to Essendon in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the BALLARAT bus from Ararat Railway Station station to Caroline Springs Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BALLARAT train and finally take the 903 bus from Sunshine Station/Dickson St station to Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 19 min. The bus and train schedule from Ararat may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Essendon on the Moovit app.

199min
Bus - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Bus - 903
903
Walk to Essendon
Leaves from Ararat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Ararat
  • 2
    Bus - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for bus
    BALLARAT
    Caroline Springs Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Caroline Springs Railway Station
    ID 27538
    134 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Caroline Springs Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:RVH
    150 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sunshine Station
    ID vic:rail:SUN
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St
    ID 40947
    60 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 903903
    Wait for bus
    903
    Mordialloc Sc
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd
    ID 51771
    34 min
  • 10
    Walk to Essendon
    Walk to
    Essendon
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ararat to Essendon

The distance between Ararat, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 202.35 km, which can typically be travelled in 199 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ararat to Essendon by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Ararat to Essendon

To check the bus and train timetable from Ararat to Essendon using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Ararat) and destination (Essendon), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ararat to Essendon?

    The fastest way takes 199 minutes, using Bus line BALLARAT, Train line BALLARAT, Bus line 903.

  • Is there a direct bus between Ararat and Essendon in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 19 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Ararat to Essendon in Melbourne?

    The BALLARAT bus line goes from Caroline Springs Railway Station near Ararat to Caroline Springs Railway Station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Caroline Springs Railway Station near Essendon in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ararat to Essendon in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Ararat and Essendon in Melbourne by bus and train is about 3 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Ararat to get to Essendon in Melbourne?

    Get on the BALLARAT bus from the Caroline Springs Railway Station near Ararat in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Ararat and Essendon in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Caroline Springs Railway Station, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

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