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

The cheapest way to get from Frankston to Castlemaine is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frankston to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Frankston and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankston to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Frankston and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd and Sunbury Station/Brook St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Frankston and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Frankston station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Frankston Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Frankston to Castlemaine?

The distance between Frankston and Castlemaine is 171 km. The road distance is 159.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Frankston to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Frankston to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Castlemaine bus from?

Frankston to Castlemaine bus services, operated by SkyBus, depart from Frankston station.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Frankston to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Frankston to Castlemaine is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $50 and takes 5h.

Where does the Frankston to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Frankston to Castlemaine bus services, operated by SkyBus, arrive at Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rd station.

Where does the Frankston to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Frankston to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankston to Castlemaine is 160 km. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Frankston to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 85+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

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1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
3h 14m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Frankston to Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rdbus Frankston - Melbourne Airport
2. Take the bus from Sunbury Station/Brook St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
5h
$35–50
Drive 159.6 km
1. Drive from Frankston to Castlemainecar 159.6 km
2h 5m
$29–42

Frankston to Castlemaine by train

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Distance: 170.6 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a train from Frankston Station to Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Frankston to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Melbourne Airport T4 Skybus/Service Rd, Melbourne Airport/Grants Rd, and Sunbury Station/Brook St in around 5h.

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