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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Bairnsdale is to train which costs $18 - $26 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Bairnsdale is to drive which takes 4h 39m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Bairnsdale. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Bairnsdale via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Bairnsdale?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine station to Bairnsdale station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station and arriving at Bairnsdale Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Bairnsdale?

The distance between Castlemaine and Bairnsdale is 400 km. The road distance is 398.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Bairnsdale without a car is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs $18 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Castlemaine to Bairnsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Bairnsdale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Bairnsdale train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Bairnsdale?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Bairnsdale is to train which takes 6h 40m and costs $18 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $5 - $60 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Bairnsdale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castlemaine to Bairnsdale train arrive?

Castlemaine to Bairnsdale train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Bairnsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Bairnsdale is 398 km. It takes approximately 4h 39m to drive from Castlemaine to Bairnsdale.

Where can I stay near Bairnsdale?

There are 200+ hotels available in Bairnsdale.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Bendigo
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Bairnsdale Stationtrain Traralgon
6h 40m
$19–26
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus
3. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Bairnsdalebus
7h 47m
$5–56
Drive 398.4 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Bairnsdalecar 398.4 km
4h 39m
$72–103

Castlemaine to Bairnsdale by train

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Distance: 400.2 km
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a train from Castlemaine Station to Bairnsdale Station via Southern Cross Station in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Bairnsdale via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 7h 47m.

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