What is the cheapest way to get from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine?

The cheapest way to get from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine?

The fastest way to get from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Elsternwick (Station) and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Elsternwick (Station) station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick Station/Horne St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Elsternwick (Station) and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Elsternwick (Station) station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Elsternwick Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine?

The distance between Elsternwick (Station) and Castlemaine is 136 km. The road distance is 127.6 km.

How do I travel from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine without a car?

The best way to get from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine bus from?

Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Elsternwick Station/Horne St.

Where do I catch the Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine train from?

Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can line 246 bus and bus, which costs $13 - $35 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Swan St/Punt Rd station.

Where does the Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine train arrive?

Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Castlemaine Station.

Can I drive from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine is 128 km. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

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Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine by train, bus, car, or tram

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1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 27m
$14–18
Line 246 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Swan St/Punt Rdbus 246
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
3h 15m
$14–31
Drive 127.6 km
1. Drive from Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemainecar 127.6 km
1h 34m
$23–34
Line 67 tram, train
1. Take the tram from Elsternwick to City Square/Swanston St #11tram 67
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Sunbury Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
3h 13m
$20–24

Elsternwick (Station) to Castlemaine by train

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Distance: 136.4 km
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Elsternwick (Station), VIC, Australia and Castlemaine, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elsternwick Station/Horne St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Swan St/Punt Rd, Richmond Station, Southern Cross Station, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 15m.

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