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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Bright is to bus which costs $12 - $55 and takes 7h 4m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Bright?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Bright. However, there are services departing from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl and arriving at Alpine Hotel/Anderson St via Wangaratta Station/Norton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Bright?

The distance between Castlemaine and Bright is 354 km. The road distance is 313.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Bright without a car is to bus which takes 7h 4m and costs $12 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 7h 4m to get from Castlemaine to Bright, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Bright bus from?

Castlemaine to Bright bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Where does the Castlemaine to Bright bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Bright?

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

Where can I stay near Bright?

There are 418+ hotels available in Bright.

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

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Wangaratta Station/Norton Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Wangaratta Station/Norton St to Alpine Hotel/Anderson Stbus Coach
7h 4m
$12–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Southern Cross to Wangaratta Stationtrain 622 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wangaratta Station/Norton St to Alpine Hotel/Anderson Stbus
7h 42m
$33–188
Drive 313.7 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Brightcar 313.7 km
3h 54m
$57–82

Castlemaine to Bright by train and bus

3Weekly Services

7h 4mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 353.6 km
Duration: 7h 4m

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

You can take a train from Castlemaine Station to Alpine Hotel/Anderson St via Bendigo Station, Bendigo Station/Railway Pl, and Wangaratta Station/Norton St in around 7h 4m.

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