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

The cheapest way to get from Bright to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $12 - $50 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bright to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Bright and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Bright to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Alpine Hotel/Anderson St and arriving at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl via Wangaratta Station/Norton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Bright to Castlemaine?

The distance between Bright and Castlemaine is 355 km. The road distance is 313.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Bright to Castlemaine without a car is to bus which takes 6h 31m and costs $12 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Bright to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bright to Castlemaine bus from?

Bright to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Alpine Hotel/Anderson St station.

Where does the Bright to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Bright to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Wangaratta Station/Norton St.

Can I drive from Bright to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Bright to Castlemaine is 314 km. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Bright to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Bright to Castlemaine - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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1. Take the bus from Alpine Hotel/Anderson St to Wangaratta Station/Norton Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Wangaratta Station/Norton St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Coach
6h 31m
$12–50
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alpine Hotel/Anderson St to Wangaratta Station/Norton Stbus
2. Take the train from Wangaratta Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
7h 9m
$32–187
Drive 313.7 km
1. Drive from Bright to Castlemainecar 313.7 km
3h 54m
$57–82

Bright to Castlemaine by bus and train

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6h 31mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 354.9 km
Duration: 6h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Alpine Hotel/Anderson St to Castlemaine Station via Wangaratta Station/Norton St, Bendigo Station/Railway Pl, and Bendigo Station in around 6h 31m.

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