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

The cheapest way to get from Benalla to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $10 - $35 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Benalla to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Benalla and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Benalla station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Benalla Station/Mackellar St and arriving at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Benalla and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Benalla station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Benalla Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Benalla to Castlemaine?

The distance between Benalla and Castlemaine is 219 km. The road distance is 203.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Benalla to Castlemaine without a car is to bus which takes 3h 32m and costs $10 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Benalla to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Benalla to Castlemaine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Benalla to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Benalla to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Benalla to Castlemaine is to bus which takes 3h 32m and costs $10 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28 - $160 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Benalla to Castlemaine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Benalla to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Benalla to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Benalla to Castlemaine is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Benalla 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 Benalla to Castlemaine by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Benalla Station/Mackellar St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Coach
3h 32m
$11–32
Train
1. Take the train from Benalla Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
4h 15m
$29–159
Drive 203.8 km
1. Drive from Benalla to Castlemainecar 203.8 km
2h 36m
$37–53

Benalla to Castlemaine by bus and train

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Distance: 219.4 km
Duration: 3h 32m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Benalla Station/Mackellar St to Bendigo Station/Railway Pl 3 times a week. Tickets cost $2–21 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Benalla Station to Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station in around 4h 15m.

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