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

The cheapest way to get from Griffith to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $14 - $60 and takes 8h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Griffith to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 5h 10m and costs $75 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Griffith and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Griffith to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Visitors Centre/Jondaryan Ave and arriving at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl via Shepparton Station/Purcell St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Griffith and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Griffith station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Griffith Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Junee Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 18m.

How far is it from Griffith to Castlemaine?

The distance between Griffith and Castlemaine is 482 km. The road distance is 422.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Griffith to Castlemaine without a car is to bus which takes 8h 46m and costs $14 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 8h 46m to get from Griffith to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Griffith to Castlemaine bus from?

Griffith to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Visitors Centre/Jondaryan Ave station.

Where do I catch the Griffith to Castlemaine train from?

Griffith to Castlemaine train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Griffith Station.

Train or bus from Griffith to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Griffith to Castlemaine is to bus which takes 8h 46m and costs $14 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $240 and takes 10h 18m.

Where does the Griffith to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Griffith to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Shepparton Station/Purcell St.

Where does the Griffith to Castlemaine train arrive?

Griffith to Castlemaine train services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Junee Station.

Can I drive from Griffith to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Griffith to Castlemaine is 423 km. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Griffith to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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There are 4 ways to get from Griffith to Castlemaine by bus, train, car, or plane

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1. Take the bus from Visitors Centre/Jondaryan Ave to Shepparton Station/Purcell Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Shepparton Station/Purcell St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Shepparton Station - Bendigo Station Via Shepparton Station
8h 46m
$14–58
Train
1. Take the train from Griffith Station to Junee Stationtrain 644
2. Take the train from Junee Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
10h 18m
$63–239
Drive 422.8 km
1. Drive from Griffith to Castlemainecar 422.8 km
5h 10m
$76–110
Fly, train
1. Fly from Griffith (GFF) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane GFF - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
8h 33m
$488–824

Griffith to Castlemaine by bus and train

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8h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 481.6 km
Duration: 8h 46m

What companies run services between Griffith, NSW, Australia and Castlemaine, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Visitors Centre/Jondaryan Ave to Castlemaine Station via Shepparton Station/Purcell St, Bendigo Station/Railway Pl, and Bendigo Station in around 8h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Griffith Station to Castlemaine Station via Junee Station and Southern Cross Station in around 10h 18m.

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