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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Preston is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Mihil St/Victoria St via King St/Lonsdale St and Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station and arriving at Preston Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Preston?

The distance between Castlemaine and Preston is 139 km. The road distance is 119.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Castlemaine to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Preston?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Preston is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 251 bus, which costs $14 - $35 and takes 2h 48m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castlemaine to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Preston is 120 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Castlemaine to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 5206+ hotels available in Preston.

Castlemaine to Preston - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 251 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Castlemaine to Preston 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 Preston Stationtrain Mernda
2h 13m
$15–18
Bus, line 251 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Bendigo
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to Mihil St/Victoria Stbus 251
2h 48m
$14–30
Drive 119.6 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Prestoncar 119.6 km
1h 23m
$22–31

Castlemaine to Preston by train

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Distance: 139 km
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Castlemaine Station to Preston Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Mihil St/Victoria St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, King St/Lonsdale St, Swanston St/Lonsdale St, and Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St in around 2h 48m.

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