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

The cheapest way to get from Drysdale to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $7 - $26 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Drysdale to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Drysdale and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Drysdale to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Drysdale Village Shopping Centre/High St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Drysdale and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Drysdale station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Drysdale to Castlemaine?

The distance between Drysdale and Castlemaine is 216 km. The road distance is 157.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Drysdale to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs $21 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Drysdale to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drysdale to Castlemaine bus from?

Drysdale to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the Drysdale to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Drysdale to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Drysdale to Castlemaine is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs $21 - $30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $26 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Drysdale to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Drysdale to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St.

Where does the Drysdale to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Drysdale to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Drysdale to Castlemaine is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Drysdale 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 Drysdale to Castlemaine by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Footscray Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
3h 32m
$22–30
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Coach
5h 14m
$8–26
Drive 157.6 km
1. Drive from Drysdale to Castlemainecar 157.6 km
2h 20m
$29–41

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Distance: 215.6 km
Duration: 3h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Drysdale Village Shopping Centre/High St to Castlemaine Station via Geelong Station/Railway Tce, Geelong Station, and Footscray Station in around 3h 32m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St 5 times a week. Tickets cost $2–20 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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