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

Bendigo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bendigo

With a population of 100.617, Bendigo is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bendigo has to offer.

When to visit Bendigo

Bendigo in June
Estimated hotel price
$168
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bendigo in June
Estimated hotel price
$168
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bendigo in January, when the average temperature is 21 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 60 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Bendigo, with an average rainfall of 30 mm.

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How to Get to Bendigo

Plane

When flying to Bendigo, you’ll arrive at Bendigo (BXG), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bendigo is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 132 km from Bendigo. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Kangaroo Rental, among others, in Melbourne.

Plane

When flying to Bendigo, you’ll arrive at Bendigo (BXG), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bendigo is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 132 km from Bendigo. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Kangaroo Rental, among others, in Melbourne.

Airports near Bendigo

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Bendigo

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,553 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,004 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,495 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,035 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,777 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,001 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,401 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,660 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (864 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,404 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,560 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,241 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,052 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,391 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (886 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bendigo

Average rates range from around $147 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $347 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Elm Motel and Bendigo Backpackers. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Bendigo, with prices from $122 to $1,307 per night. Bendigo CBD is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bendigo are about 44% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bendigo

Most booked hotels in Bendigo

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All Seasons Resort Hotel Bendigo
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$179+
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Mercure Bendigo Schaller
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$172+
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Best Western Crystal Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$142+
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The Hotel Shamrock
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$163+
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Hiring a car in Bendigo

Expect to pay $1.90 per litre in Bendigo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.72 and $30.29. The most frequently booked car type in Bendigo is Full-size (Class Full-size Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Mazda CX-3 or similar) is, on average, 47% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.90 per litre in Bendigo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.72 and $30.29. The most frequently booked car type in Bendigo is Full-size (Class Full-size Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Mazda CX-3 or similar) is, on average, 47% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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