What is the cheapest way to get from Central Station to Castlemaine?

The cheapest way to get from Central Station to Castlemaine is to train which costs $85 - $250 and takes 12h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Station to Castlemaine?

The fastest way to get from Central Station to Castlemaine is to fly and bus and train which takes 5h 43m and costs $230 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Central Station and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Station station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Sydney Central Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Central Station and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Central Station station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Central Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 54m.

How far is it from Central Station to Castlemaine?

The distance between Central Station and Castlemaine is 821 km. The road distance is 863.1 km.

How do I travel from Central Station to Castlemaine without a car?

The best way to get from Central Station to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 12h 54m and costs $85 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Central Station to Castlemaine?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Central Station to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Station to Castlemaine bus from?

Central Station to Castlemaine bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Sydney Central Station.

Where do I catch the Central Station to Castlemaine train from?

Central Station to Castlemaine train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, depart from Central Station.

Train or bus from Central Station to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Central Station to Castlemaine is to train which takes 12h 54m and costs $85 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $240 and takes 14h 26m.

Where does the Central Station to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Central Station to Castlemaine bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Melbourne station.

Where does the Central Station to Castlemaine train arrive?

Central Station to Castlemaine train services, operated by NSW TrainLink XPT, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Central Station to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Station to Castlemaine is 863 km. It takes approximately 9h 19m to drive from Central Station to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 83+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Central Station to Castlemaine - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Central Station to Castlemaine by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly Sydney International Airport to Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
5h 45m
$143–515
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus Melbourne
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
13h 19m
$69–304
Train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
12h 54m
$88–243
Drive 863.1 km
1. Drive from Central Station to Castlemainecar 863.1 km
9h 19m
$186–268
Fly Sydney International Airport to Bendigo Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Bendigo Airport (BXG)plane SYD - BXG
2. Take the bus from Piper Lane/Piper Rd to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus
3. Take the train from Bendigo Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
5h 43m
$239–641
Fly Sydney International Airport to Avalon Airport, train
1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
2. Take the train from Lara Station to Footscray Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
6h 46m
$139–591
Train to Newcastle Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport, train
1. Take the train from Central Station to Hamilton Stationtrain
2. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane NTL - MEL
3. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
9h 17m
$136–461
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus Au100-3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
14h 26m
$150–233

Central Station to Castlemaine by train

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Distance: 820.7 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Central Station, NSW, Australia and Castlemaine, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Central Station to Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station in around 12h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sydney Central Station to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Melbourne, Southern Cross Station, Footscray Station, and Footscray Station/Irving St in around 14h 26m.

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