What is the cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs is to train which costs $20 - $24 and takes 3h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs?

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs is to drive which takes 2h and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Carrum Downs?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Carrum Downs. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via King St/Lonsdale St and Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Carrum Downs?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine station to Carrum Downs station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station and arriving at Kananook Station via Footscray Station and Flinders Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs?

The distance between Castlemaine and Carrum Downs is 172 km. The road distance is 160.3 km.

How do I travel from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $20 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Carrum Downs bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Carrum Downs train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $20 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 907 bus, which costs $14 - $35 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Carrum Downs bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castlemaine to Carrum Downs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Carrum Downs is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs.

Where can I stay near Carrum Downs?

There are 635+ hotels available in Carrum Downs.

Castlemaine to Carrum Downs - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 907 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Castlemaine to Carrum Downs 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 Flinders Street Station to Kananook Stationtrain Frankston
3h 12m
$21–24
Bus, line 907 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
2. Take the bus from King St/Lonsdale St to Mitcham Station/Colombo Stbus 907
3. Take the bus from Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rdbus 901
4h 27m
$14–30
Drive 160.3 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Carrum Downscar 160.3 km
2h
$29–42
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Bendigo
2. Take the bus from Blackburn Station/Railway Rd to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rdbus 901
4h 18m
$21–24

Castlemaine to Carrum Downs by train and bus

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.9 km
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Castlemaine, VIC, Australia and Carrum Downs, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Castlemaine Station to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Footscray Station, Flinders Street Station, Kananook Station, and Kananook Station/Wells Rd in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Hall Rd/Frankston-Dandenong Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, King St/Lonsdale St, Mitcham Station/Colombo St, and Mitcham Rd/Whitehorse Rd in around 4h 27m.

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