Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Essendon travel guide

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You're Going to Love Essendon

Essendon is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Essendon to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Essendon

If you’re looking for affordable options, 2 Fat Greeks (8-10 Napier St) and Cross Keys (350 Pascoe Vale Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Essendon

Essendon in May
Estimated hotel price
$130
1 night at 3-star hotel
Essendon in May
Estimated hotel price
$130
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Essendon

Plane

When flying to Essendon, you’ll arrive at Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL), which is located 12 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Essendon is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 8 km from Essendon. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Essendon. From Sydney, the bus ride to Essendon takes 1159 km and will cost you around $275. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 3814 km.

Plane

When flying to Essendon, you’ll arrive at Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) (MEL), which is located 12 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Essendon is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 8 km from Essendon. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Essendon. From Sydney, the bus ride to Essendon takes 1159 km and will cost you around $275. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $209 for a journey of 3814 km.

Airports near Essendon

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Essendon

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,695 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,964 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Essendon

Most booked hotels in Essendon

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Quest Watergardens
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$160+
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Best Western Airport Motel and Convention Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$143+
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PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$311+
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Essendon Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$173+
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Alexander Motor Inn & Apartments
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$120+
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Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$164+
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Hiring a car in Essendon

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Essendon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49. The most frequently booked car type in Essendon is Full-size (Toyota Highlander or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Essendon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49. The most frequently booked car type in Essendon is Full-size (Toyota Highlander or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 59% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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