How to get from Ballarat East to Essendon by train?

From Ballarat East to Essendon by train

To get from Ballarat East to Essendon in Melbourne, take the BALLARAT train from Ballarat Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Southern Cross Railway Station station to Essendon Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 57 min. The train schedule from Ballarat East may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essendon on the Moovit app.

117min
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Ballarat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballarat Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BAT-V
    540 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    92 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    350 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Broadmeadows
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon Railway Station
    Ride to train station
    Essendon Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:ESD
    11 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Ballarat East to Essendon by bus and train

To get from Ballarat East to Essendon in Melbourne, take the BALLARAT train from Ballarat Railway Station station to Sunshine Railway Station station. Next, 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 2 hr 11 min. The train schedule from Ballarat East may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essendon on the Moovit app.

131min
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Bus - 903
903
Walk to Essendon
Leaves from Ballarat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballarat Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BAT-V
    540 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sunshine Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SUN
    76 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St
    ID 40947
    210 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 903903
    Wait for bus
    903
    Mordialloc Sc
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd
    ID 51771
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to Essendon
    Walk to
    Essendon
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Ballarat East to Essendon

The distance between Ballarat East, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 120.58 km, which can typically be travelled in 117 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Ballarat East to Essendon by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Ballarat East to Essendon

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

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From Ballarat East to Essendon by bus and train

To get from Ballarat East to Essendon in Melbourne, take the BALLARAT train from Ballarat Railway Station station to Sunshine Railway Station station. Next, 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 2 hr 11 min. The train schedule from Ballarat East may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essendon on the Moovit app.

131min
Walk to train stationTrain - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Bus - 903
903
Walk to Essendon
Leaves from Ballarat Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Ballarat Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:BAT-V
    540 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sunshine Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SUN
    76 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St
    ID 40947
    210 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 903903
    Wait for bus
    903
    Mordialloc Sc
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd
    ID 51771
    39 min
  • 7
    Walk to Essendon
    Walk to
    Essendon
    170 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat East to Essendon?

    The fastest way takes 117 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Train line CRAIGIEBURN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Ballarat East to Essendon?

    The alternative route takes 131 minutes, using Train line BALLARAT, Bus line 903.

  • Is there a direct train between Ballarat East and Essendon in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 57 min.

  • Which train line goes from Ballarat East to Essendon in Melbourne?

    The BALLARAT train line goes from Ballarat Railway Station station near Ballarat East to Southern Cross station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Southern Cross station near Essendon in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Ballarat East to Essendon in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Ballarat East and Essendon in Melbourne by train is about 1 hr 57 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Ballarat East to get to Essendon in Melbourne?

    Get on the BALLARAT train from the Ballarat Railway Station station near Ballarat East in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Ballarat East and Essendon in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross station, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

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