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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Castlemaine is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Sydney St/Charman Rd and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Castlemaine?

The distance between Cheltenham and Castlemaine is 149 km. The road distance is 139.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Cheltenham to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Castlemaine bus from?

Cheltenham to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Sydney St/Charman Rd station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Castlemaine train from?

Cheltenham to Castlemaine train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Cheltenham Station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can line 600 bus and bus, which costs $13 - $35 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St.

Where does the Cheltenham to Castlemaine train arrive?

Cheltenham to Castlemaine train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Castlemaine is 140 km. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Cheltenham to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

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1. Take the train from Cheltenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 46m
$14–18
Line 600 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Sydney St/Charman Rd to St Kilda Station/Fitzroy Stbus 600 / ...
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
3h 47m
$14–31
Drive 139.5 km
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Castlemainecar 139.5 km
1h 45m
$25–36

Cheltenham to Castlemaine by train

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Distance: 149.1 km
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Station to Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sydney St/Charman Rd to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St, St Kilda Station/Fitzroy St #132, Batman Park/Spencer St #124, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 47m.

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