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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Eltham is to bus and line 304 bus which costs $8 - $25 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Eltham is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Eltham?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Mt Pleasant Rd/Main Rd via King St/Lonsdale St and Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Eltham?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine station to Eltham station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station and arriving at Eltham Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Eltham?

The distance between Castlemaine and Eltham is 156 km. The road distance is 133.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Eltham without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs $20 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Castlemaine to Eltham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Eltham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Eltham train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Eltham?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Eltham is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs $20 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus and line 304 bus, which costs $8 - $25 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Eltham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castlemaine to Eltham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Eltham is 134 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Castlemaine to Eltham.

Where can I stay near Eltham?

There are 5106+ hotels available in Eltham.

Castlemaine to Eltham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 304 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Castlemaine to Eltham 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 Eltham Stationtrain Hurstbridge
2h 52m
$21–24
Bus, line 304 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Bendigo
2. Take the bus from King St/Lonsdale St to Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rdbus 304 / ...
3h 13m
$8–24
Drive 133.8 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Elthamcar 133.8 km
1h 39m
$24–35

Castlemaine to Eltham by train and bus

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2h 52mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.1 km
Duration: 2h 52m

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

You can take a train from Castlemaine Station to Antoinette Bvd/Main Rd via Southern Cross Station, Eltham Station, and Eltham Station/Main Rd in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Mt Pleasant Rd/Main Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, King St/Lonsdale St, and Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd in around 3h 13m.

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