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

The cheapest way to get from Beechworth to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $11 - $50 and takes 5h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Beechworth to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Beechworth and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Beechworth to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Ford St/Camp St and arriving at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl via Wangaratta Station/Norton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Beechworth and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Beechworth station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Wangaratta Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Beechworth to Castlemaine?

The distance between Beechworth and Castlemaine is 297 km. The road distance is 276.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Beechworth to Castlemaine without a car is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs $11 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Beechworth to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Beechworth to Castlemaine bus from?

Beechworth to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Wangaratta Station/Norton St.

Where do I catch the Beechworth to Castlemaine train from?

Beechworth to Castlemaine train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Wangaratta Station.

Train or bus from Beechworth to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Beechworth to Castlemaine is to bus which takes 5h 36m and costs $11 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $190 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Beechworth to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Beechworth to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Where does the Beechworth to Castlemaine train arrive?

Beechworth to Castlemaine train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Beechworth to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Beechworth to Castlemaine is 276 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Beechworth to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 87+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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There are 3 ways to get from Beechworth to Castlemaine by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Wangaratta Station/Norton St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Coach
5h 36m
$12–46
Train
1. Take the train from Wangaratta Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
6h 14m
$32–183
Drive 276.4 km
1. Drive from Beechworth to Castlemainecar 276.4 km
3h 21m
$50–72

Beechworth to Castlemaine by bus and train

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5h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 297.3 km
Duration: 5h 36m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Wangaratta Station/Norton St to Bendigo Station/Railway Pl 3 times a week. Tickets cost $3–24 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ford St/Camp St to Castlemaine Station via Wangaratta Station/Norton St, Wangaratta Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 6h 14m.

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