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

The cheapest way to get from Elwood to Castlemaine is to line 96 tram and train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elwood to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Elwood and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Elwood to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Ormond Rd/Glen Huntly Rd and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Elwood and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Elwood to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Belford St/Acland St #139 and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Elwood to Castlemaine?

The distance between Elwood and Castlemaine is 132 km. The road distance is 127.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Elwood to Castlemaine without a car is to line 96 tram and train which takes 2h 27m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Elwood to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elwood to Castlemaine bus from?

Elwood to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where do I catch the Elwood to Castlemaine train from?

Elwood to Castlemaine train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Belford St/Acland St #139 station.

Where does the Elwood to Castlemaine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Elwood to Castlemaine train arrive?

Elwood to Castlemaine train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Southern Cross station.

Can I drive from Elwood to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Elwood to Castlemaine is 127 km. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Elwood to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Elwood to Castlemaine - 3 ways to travel via train, line 96 tram, bus, and car

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

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Line 96 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Belford St/Acland St #139 to Southern Crosstram 96
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 27m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
3h 9m
$14–31
Drive 127.1 km
1. Drive from Elwood to Castlemainecar 127.1 km
1h 33m
$23–33

Elwood to Castlemaine by tram and train

152Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.3 km
Duration: 2h 27m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St once daily. Tickets cost $2–19 and the journey takes 1h 26m.

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