What is the cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh?

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh?

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Bacchus Marsh?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Bacchus Marsh. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Main St/Gisborne Rd via Ballarat and Bacchus Marsh Station/Station St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Bacchus Marsh?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine station to Bacchus Marsh station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station and arriving at Bacchus Marsh Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh?

The distance between Castlemaine and Bacchus Marsh is 165 km. The road distance is 92.6 km.

How do I travel from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh without a car?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $16 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $16 - $23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $35 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh is 93 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh.

Where can I stay near Bacchus Marsh?

There are 74+ hotels available in Bacchus Marsh.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Footscray Stationtrain Bendigo
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Bacchus Marsh Stationtrain Ballarat
2h 23m
$17–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat to Bacchus Marshbus
3h 35m
$8–33
Drive 92.6 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Bacchus Marshcar 92.6 km
1h 8m
$17–24

Castlemaine to Bacchus Marsh by train

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Distance: 165.2 km
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Castlemaine, VIC, Australia and Bacchus Marsh, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Castlemaine Station to Bacchus Marsh Station via Footscray Station in around 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Main St/Gisborne Rd via Ballarat, Bacchus Marsh, and Bacchus Marsh Station/Station St in around 3h 35m.

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