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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Ballarat is to bus which costs $1 - $15 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Ballarat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St station and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine station to Ballarat station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station and arriving at Ballarat Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Ballarat?

The distance between Castlemaine and Ballarat is 83 km. The road distance is 81 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 1h 37m and costs $1 - $15.

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

The bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Ballarat bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Ballarat is to bus which takes 1h 37m and costs $1 - $15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16 - $24 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castlemaine to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Ballarat is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Castlemaine to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

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

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1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
1h 37m
$1–15
Train
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Footscray Stationtrain Bendigo
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
3h 6m
$17–24
Drive 81 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Ballaratcar 81 km
1h 3m
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castlemaine to Ballarattaxi 81 km
1h 3m
$180–230

Castlemaine to Ballarat by bus

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Distance: 83.2 km
Duration: 1h 37m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St once daily. Tickets cost $1–15 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Castlemaine Station to Ballarat Station via Footscray Station in around 3h 6m.

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