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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Rochester is to train which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Rochester is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Rochester station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Rochester Station/Northern Hwy via Bendigo Station/Railway Pl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Rochester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Castlemaine Station station and arriving at Rochester Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Rochester?

The distance between Castlemaine and Rochester is 98 km. The road distance is 99.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Rochester without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs $8 - $12.

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

The train from Castlemaine Station to Rochester Station takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Rochester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Rochester train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Rochester?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Rochester is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $25 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Rochester bus arrive?

Castlemaine to Rochester bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Where does the Castlemaine to Rochester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Rochester is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Castlemaine to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are three+ hotels available in Rochester.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Rochester Stationtrain Bendigo
1h 14m
$8–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Bendigo / ...
2. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Rochester Station/Northern Hwybus Bendigo
2h 20m
$2–25
Drive 99.7 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Rochestercar 99.7 km
1h 19m
$18–26

Castlemaine to Rochester by train

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Distance: 98.1 km
Duration: 1h 14m

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

V/Line operates a train from Castlemaine Station to Rochester Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Rochester Station/Northern Hwy via Bendigo Station/Railway Pl in around 2h 20m.

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