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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Carlton is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Carlton is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Carlton?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Carlton. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Lygon St/Grattan St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Carlton?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine station to Carlton station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station and arriving at Parkville Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Carlton?

The distance between Castlemaine and Carlton is 125 km. The road distance is 118.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Carlton without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Castlemaine to Carlton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Carlton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Carlton train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Carlton?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Carlton is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 402 bus, which costs $8 - $24 and takes 2h 7m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Carlton bus arrive?

Castlemaine to Carlton bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the Castlemaine to Carlton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Carlton?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Carlton is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Castlemaine to Carlton.

Where can I stay near Carlton?

There are 5333+ hotels available in Carlton.

Castlemaine to Carlton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 402 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Footscray Stationtrain Bendigo
1h 36m
$15–18
Bus, line 402 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus Bendigo
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Lygon St/Grattan Stbus 402
2h 7m
$8–24
Drive 118.7 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Carltoncar 118.7 km
1h 24m
$22–31

Castlemaine to Carlton by train

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Distance: 125.3 km
Duration: 1h 36m

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

V/Line operates a train from Castlemaine Station to Footscray Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Lygon St/Grattan St via Footscray Station/Irving St in around 2h 7m.

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