What is the cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Carisbrook?

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Carisbrook is to train and bus which costs $9 - $25 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melbourne to Carisbrook?

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Carisbrook is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Melbourne and Carisbrook?

No, there is no direct bus from Melbourne to Carisbrook. However, there are services departing from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and arriving at Carisbrook General Store/Green St via Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Melbourne to Carisbrook?

The distance between Melbourne and Carisbrook is 194 km. The road distance is 159 km.

How do I travel from Melbourne to Carisbrook without a car?

The best way to get from Melbourne to Carisbrook without a car is to bus which takes 3h 8m and costs $3 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Melbourne to Carisbrook?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Melbourne to Carisbrook, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melbourne to Carisbrook bus from?

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

Where does the Melbourne to Carisbrook bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Melbourne to Carisbrook?

Yes, the driving distance between Melbourne to Carisbrook is 159 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Melbourne to Carisbrook.

Where can I stay near Carisbrook?

There are 34+ hotels available in Carisbrook.

Melbourne to Carisbrook - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Melbourne to Carisbrook 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
2. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Carisbrook General Store/Green Stbus Coach
3h 8m
$3–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Carisbrook General Store/Green Stbus Coach
3h 13m
$10–25
Drive 159 km
1. Drive from Melbourne to Carisbrookcar 159 km
1h 58m
$29–42

Melbourne to Carisbrook by bus

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3h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193.5 km
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Carisbrook, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Carisbrook General Store/Green St via Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St in around 3h 8m.

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