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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Alexandra is to train and bus which costs $20 - $24 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Alexandra is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Alexandra?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Alexandra. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Perkins St/Grant St via King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Alexandra?

The distance between Castlemaine and Alexandra is 265 km. The road distance is 174.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Alexandra without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 33m and costs $20 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Castlemaine to Alexandra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Alexandra bus from?

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

Where does the Castlemaine to Alexandra bus arrive?

Castlemaine to Alexandra bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Alexandra?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Alexandra is 175 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Castlemaine to Alexandra.

Where can I stay near Alexandra?

There are 67+ hotels available in Alexandra.

Castlemaine to Alexandra - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Bendigo
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Perkins St/Grant Stbus 684
5h 33m
$21–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Bendigo
2. Take the bus from Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy to Perkins St/Grant Stbus 684
6h 4m
$14–30
Drive 174.6 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Alexandracar 174.6 km
2h 26m
$32–46
Train, bus via Seymour
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Seymour Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Seymour Station/Railway Pl to Bayley St/Nihil Stbus
5h 38m
$18–38

Castlemaine to Alexandra by train and bus

12Weekly Services

5h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 265.4 km
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Perkins St/Grant St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd, and Ringwood Station/Maroondah Hwy in around 6h 4m.

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