What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $2 - $19 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 24m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne Central Station and Castlemaine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St station. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Melbourne Central Station and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Melbourne Central Station station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Melbourne Central Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine?

The distance between Melbourne Central Station and Castlemaine is 146 km. The road distance is 118.4 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine without a car is to bus which takes 1h 42m and costs $2 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine?

The bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St takes 1h 26m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine train from?

Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine is to bus which takes 1h 42m and costs $2 - $19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine train arrive?

Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Castlemaine Station.

Can I drive from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine is 118 km. It takes approximately 1h 24m to drive from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
1h 42m
$2–19
Train
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 8m
$13–17
Drive 118.4 km
1. Drive from Melbourne Central Station to Castlemainecar 118.4 km
1h 24m
$22–31
Train via Sunbury
1. Take the train from State Library Station to Sunbury Stationtrain Sunbury
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 28m
$13–17

Melbourne Central Station to Castlemaine by foot and bus

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Distance: 146.1 km
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Melbourne Central Station, 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. Alternatively, V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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