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

By bus and train

To get from Essendon to Lexton in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 903 bus from Essendon Station/Rose St (Essendon) station to Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON train and finally take the BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH bus from Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central) station to Williamson St/Sunraysia Hwy (Lexton) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 5 min. The ride fare is A$8.54.

185minA$8.54
Walk to bus stationBus - 903
903
Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
Bus - BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
Leaves from Essendon Station/Rose St (Essendon)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Essendon Station/Rose St (Essendon)
    ID 51775
    30 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 903903
    Wait for bus
    903
    Altona
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunshine Station/Dickson St (Sunshine)
    ID 40946
    35 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Sunshine
    120 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTONBALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON
    Ballarat
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ballarat Station
    72 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ballarat Railway Station/Lydiard St (Ballarat Central)
    ID 82
    90 m • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGHBENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
    Wait for bus
    BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH
    Ballarat
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Williamson St/Sunraysia Hwy (Lexton)
    Ride to bus station
    Williamson St/Sunraysia Hwy (Lexton)
    ID 23031
    50 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Essendon to Lexton

The distance between Essendon, Melbourne and Lexton, Melbourne is approximately 164.21 km, which can typically be travelled in 185 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Essendon to Lexton 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 Lexton, Melbourne

Lexton is located at Lexton, Melbourne and the nearest public transport station is Williamson St/Sunraysia Hwy (Lexton).

Bus stations close to Lexton:

  • Williamson St/Sunraysia Hwy (Lexton)

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 185 minutes, using Bus line 903, Bus line BALLARAT-WENDOUREE - MELBOURNE VIA MELTON, Bus line BENDIGO - BALLARAT VIA MARYBOROUGH.

  • Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Lexton?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 5 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Essendon to Lexton?

    The 903 bus line goes from Essendon Station/Rose St (Essendon) station near Essendon in Essendon to Altona station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Altona station near Lexton in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Essendon in Essendon and Lexton in Melbourne by bus and train is about 3 hr 5 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Essendon to get to Lexton?

    Get on the 903 bus from the Essendon Station/Rose St (Essendon) stop near Essendon in Essendon.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Essendon and Lexton?

    Get off the bus at the Altona stop, which is closest to Lexton in Melbourne.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Essendon to Lexton?

    The ride from Essendon to Lexton costs A$8.54.

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