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Bendigo connects to Melbourne via the Calder Freeway (M79), a dual-carriageway highway that permits speeds up to 110 km/h for most of the journey and typically takes around 1.8 hours by car. This road link supports daily movement for residents and visitors while V/Line runs at least hourly train services from Melbourne's Southern Cross Station to Bendigo Station.
Road and Rail Links
The freeway and rail corridor work together to carry traffic in and out of the city. Trains reach Bendigo in approximately 90 minutes on the express service or 2 hours on standard services. Services also stop at Kangaroo Flat, Epsom and Eaglehawk, extending coverage along the line. Bendigo sits at the junction of the Bendigo line to Melbourne and the northern lines that run to Swan Hill, Echuca and the Eaglehawk-Inglewood route, making it a rail hub for northern Victoria.
Local Bus Network
Christians Bus Company operates 13 regular bus routes that depart from Bendigo Station and serve the CBD and surrounding suburbs. Holders of V/Line tickets receive free travel on these local buses, allowing seamless transfers from long-distance trains into the city and nearby areas without additional cost.
Air Connections
Bendigo Airport (BXG) adds further options through QantasLink flights that operate daily to Sydney, taking approximately two hours. A shuttle bus service links the airport with Melbourne Airport and regional towns, providing an alternative entry point for travellers who prefer to fly part of the way.
These services together give Bendigo residents and visitors multiple practical choices for moving between the city, Melbourne and northern Victoria destinations. Travellers can check V/Line schedules for combined train and local bus journeys or use the freeway for direct driving when timing suits. Airport users can connect via the shuttle to reach Bendigo from Melbourne flights.
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