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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Queenscliff is to bus and line 56 bus which costs $8 - $26 and takes 6h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Queenscliff is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Queenscliff?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Queenscliff. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Queenscliff Post Office/Hesse St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Queenscliff?

The distance between Castlemaine and Queenscliff is 235 km. The road distance is 169.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Queenscliff without a car is to train and line 56 bus which takes 4h 38m and costs $22 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Castlemaine to Queenscliff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Queenscliff bus from?

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

Where does the Castlemaine to Queenscliff bus arrive?

Castlemaine to Queenscliff bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Queenscliff?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Queenscliff is 169 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Castlemaine to Queenscliff.

Where can I stay near Queenscliff?

There are 1531+ hotels available in Queenscliff.

Castlemaine to Queenscliff - 3 ways to travel via train, line 56 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 56 bus
best
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Footscray Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Geelong Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Queenscliff Post Office/Hesse Stbus 56
4h 38m
$23–30
Bus, line 56 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Coach
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Queenscliff Post Office/Hesse Stbus 56
6h 6m
$8–26
Drive 169.2 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Queenscliffcar 169.2 km
2h 30m
$31–44

Castlemaine to Queenscliff by train and bus

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4h 38mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 234.9 km
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Queenscliff Post Office/Hesse St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 6h 6m.

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