What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Castlemaine?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $1 - $15 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Castlemaine?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Castlemaine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St station. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Castlemaine?

The distance between Ballarat and Castlemaine is 83 km. The road distance is 81.1 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Castlemaine without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Castlemaine without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs $1 - $15.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Castlemaine?

The bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Castlemaine bus from?

Ballarat to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Castlemaine train from?

Ballarat to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ballarat Station.

Train or bus from Ballarat to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Castlemaine is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs $1 - $15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16 - $24 and takes 3h 14m.

Where does the Ballarat to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Ballarat to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St.

Where does the Ballarat to Castlemaine train arrive?

Ballarat to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Castlemaine is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Ballarat to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 87+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballarat to Castlemaine by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Coach
1h 30m
$1–15
Train
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
3h 14m
$17–24
Drive 81.1 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Castlemainecar 81.1 km
1h 3m
$15–22
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ballarat to Castlemainetaxi 81.1 km
1h 3m
$180–230

Ballarat to Castlemaine by bus

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Distance: 83 km
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Castlemaine, VIC, Australia?

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St once daily. Tickets cost $1–15 and the journey takes 1h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ballarat Station to Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station in around 3h 14m.

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