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

The cheapest way to get from Horsham to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $11 - $35 and takes 4h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Horsham to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Horsham and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Horsham to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Coach Terminal/24 Roberts Ave and arriving at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Horsham and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Horsham station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Horsham Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Ararat Station and Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Horsham to Castlemaine?

The distance between Horsham and Castlemaine is 266 km. The road distance is 213.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Horsham to Castlemaine without a car is to bus which takes 4h 31m and costs $11 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Horsham to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Horsham to Castlemaine bus from?

Horsham to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Coach Terminal/24 Roberts Ave station.

Where do I catch the Horsham to Castlemaine train from?

Horsham to Castlemaine train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Horsham Station.

Train or bus from Horsham to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Horsham to Castlemaine is to bus which takes 4h 31m and costs $11 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $60 - $120 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Horsham to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Horsham to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl.

Where does the Horsham to Castlemaine train arrive?

Horsham to Castlemaine train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Ararat Station.

Can I drive from Horsham to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Horsham to Castlemaine is 213 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Horsham to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

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1. Take the bus from Coach Terminal/24 Roberts Ave to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Coach
4h 31m
$11–35
Train
1. Take the train from Horsham Station to Ararat Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to Footscray Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
6h 35m
$63–117
Drive 213.1 km
1. Drive from Horsham to Castlemainecar 213.1 km
2h 39m
$39–56

Horsham to Castlemaine by bus and train

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4h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 266.5 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Coach Terminal/24 Roberts Ave to Bendigo Station/Railway Pl once daily. Tickets cost $3–24 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Horsham Station to Castlemaine Station via Ararat Station and Footscray Station in around 6h 35m.

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