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

The cheapest way to get from Foster to Castlemaine is to bus and train which costs $10 - $35 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Foster to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Foster and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Foster to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Pulhams Store/Main St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Foster to Castlemaine?

The distance between Foster and Castlemaine is 308 km. The road distance is 288.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Foster to Castlemaine without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 19m and costs $10 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Foster to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Foster to Castlemaine bus from?

Foster to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Pulhams Store/Main St station.

Where does the Foster to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Foster to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Can I drive from Foster to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Foster to Castlemaine is 289 km. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Foster to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Foster to Castlemaine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Foster to Castlemaine by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Pulhams Store/Main St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
5h 19m
$11–33
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pulhams Store/Main St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
5h 36m
$5–40
Taxi, train
1. Take the taxi from Foster to Morwell Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Morwell Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
5h 20m
$203–245
Drive 288.9 km
1. Drive from Foster to Castlemainecar 288.9 km
3h 26m
$52–75

Foster to Castlemaine by bus, foot, and train

21Weekly Services

5h 19mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 307.6 km
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Pulhams Store/Main St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 5h 36m.

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