Bendigo Hospital address, appointments and contact information
Bendigo Hospital is the main public hospital campus for Bendigo Health. This guide puts the practical details first: where to go, who to call, how specialist appointments usually work, Emergency Department access, visiting hours, parking, transport and official Bendigo Health links.
Bendigo Health also says to telephone 000 in a medical emergency. Do not wait for an appointment page, email reply or switchboard transfer if the situation is urgent.
Address, map and main contact details
- Hospital
- Bendigo Hospital
- Operator
- Bendigo Health
- Main location
- 100 Barnard Street, Bendigo VIC 3550
- Main access
- Access via Mercy Street
- General enquiries
- (03) 5454 6000
- Emergency Department
- Ground Floor, Bendigo Hospital, Drought Street, Bendigo VIC 3550
- Specialist Clinics
- Level 1 Clinics, Bendigo Hospital, 100 Barnard Street, entry via Mercy Street
Choose the right next step
Life-threatening symptoms
Call 000. The hospital contact page gives the same emergency instruction. Do this for chest pain, severe breathing trouble, major injury, stroke signs, serious bleeding or immediate danger.
Emergency Department
The official ED page lists the Emergency Department on the ground floor, Bendigo Hospital, Drought Street, Bendigo VIC 3550. Main phone: (03) 5454 6000.
Specialist appointment
Many outpatient clinics are on Level 1 at Bendigo Hospital. Specialist Clinics phone is 03 5454 8896, but always check your appointment letter first.
Referral or clinic contact
Use the official Services and Clinics directory to find the right clinic, ward or service before calling the general switchboard.
Parking before travel
Visitor parking is limited. Bendigo Health lists basement, multi-storey and Stewart Street car parks, with fees applying after the first half hour.
Feedback or records
Bendigo Health accepts patient feedback online. For health information access, the official patient information page lists My Health Record, GP sharing, Health Information Services and FOI pathways.
Appointments: practical steps for patients
Bendigo Hospital appointments are not handled through one universal public booking form. The right path depends on whether you are attending Emergency, a specialist clinic, a planned admission, surgery, imaging, maternity care, a ward, or another Bendigo Health service.
Emergency Department and urgent help
Emergency Department location
Bendigo Health lists its Emergency Department on the ground floor of Bendigo Hospital at Drought Street, Bendigo VIC 3550. The ED page describes urgent care for adults and children with acute physical or mental illnesses and injuries.
- Call 000 for immediate danger or a life-threatening emergency.
- Use the Drought Street entrance for Emergency Department access.
- Patients are triaged on arrival, so the sickest patients are treated first.
- Bring Medicare card, medicine list, allergies and key medical information if you can do so safely.
Mental health crisis contact
The official Emergency Department page also lists Mental Health Triage as a 24-hour, seven-day telephone entry point for Bendigo Health mental health services.
Mental Health Triage: 1300 363 788
Main hospital phone: (03) 5454 6000
Parking, drop-off, buses and hospital maps
Main drop-off points
Bendigo Health lists short-term patient drop-off and pick-up zones at the main hospital entrance in Mercy Street and the Emergency Department entrance in Drought Street.
Car parks
The hospital has three main car parks: the basement car park via Mercy Street, the multi-storey car park via Lucan and Arnold Streets, and the Stewart Street car park.
Parking fees
The official parking page says car parking is free for the first half hour, then $2.50 per hour, capped at $10 maximum per day. Check the official page before travel because fees can change.
Street parking
Time-restricted free parking may be available in surrounding streets including Arnold, Stewart, Barnard, Lucan, Bayne, Drought and Hope Streets.
Bus access
Bendigo Health lists bus routes from Bendigo Railway Station to the hospital, including routes 50, 51 and 52. Check Public Transport Victoria for live timetable changes.
Site map
Use the official Bendigo Hospital site map before arriving if you need a specific entrance, car park, clinic or ward.
Visiting hours, patient information and support
From 2 April 2026, Bendigo Health lists Bendigo Hospital visiting hours as 10 am-1 pm and 3 pm-8 pm. Next of kin and significant other visiting hours are listed as 8 am-8 pm. Wards may have different restrictions, so check the ward or ask hospital staff before travelling.
- Visitors may be told to wear a mask in certain areas.
- If you have cold, flu or COVID symptoms, delay visiting if possible.
- Some ward-level rules may differ from the general visiting hours.
- For patient information access, Bendigo Health lists My Health Record, GP sharing, Health Information Services and FOI options.
Bendigo Hospital FAQs
What is the address of Bendigo Hospital?
Bendigo Hospital is at 100 Barnard Street, Bendigo VIC 3550, with access via Mercy Street.
What is Bendigo Hospital’s main phone number?
The main Bendigo Health phone number is (03) 5454 6000.
Where is the Emergency Department?
The official Emergency Department page lists the ED on the ground floor of Bendigo Hospital at Drought Street, Bendigo VIC 3550.
How do I book or confirm a specialist appointment?
Use the instructions on your referral, appointment letter or SMS first. For Specialist Clinics, Bendigo Health lists Level 1 Clinics at Bendigo Hospital and phone 03 5454 8896.
What should I bring for a planned hospital admission?
Bendigo Health asks overnight patients to bring clothing, toiletries, supportive shoes, a list of all medications and recent medicine changes, and headphones. Do not bring valuables.
What are Bendigo Hospital visiting hours?
From 2 April 2026, Bendigo Health lists Bendigo Hospital visiting hours as 10 am-1 pm and 3 pm-8 pm. Next of kin and significant other visiting hours are listed as 8 am-8 pm.
How much is parking at Bendigo Hospital?
The official parking page says parking is free for the first half hour, then $2.50 per hour, capped at $10 maximum per day. Check the official page before travel for current rules.
Where can I drop off a patient?
Designated short-term patient drop-off and pick-up areas are at the main entrance in Mercy Street and the Emergency Department entrance in Drought Street.
Can I get to Bendigo Hospital by bus?
Yes. Bendigo Health lists bus services from Bendigo Railway Station to the hospital, including routes 50, 51 and 52. Check Public Transport Victoria for current timetables.
How do I access my Bendigo Health medical information?
Bendigo Health lists several options, including My Health Record, sharing documents with your GP or medical practitioner, Health Information Services and Freedom of Information for other documents.
Source and safety note
This independent guide summarises official Bendigo Health information for contact details, Emergency Department location, specialist clinics, admission preparation, parking, maps, visiting times and patient information. Always follow your own appointment letter, referral advice, ward instructions and current Bendigo Health pages.