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

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle to Castlemaine is to train which costs $80 - $280 and takes 16h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newcastle to Castlemaine is to fly and train which takes 6h 35m and costs $110 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Sydney Central Station and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Newcastle Interchange and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Central Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 48m.

How far is it from Newcastle to Castlemaine?

The distance between Newcastle and Castlemaine is 962 km. The road distance is 997.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Newcastle to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 16h 48m and costs $80 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Newcastle to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Castlemaine bus from?

Newcastle to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Newcastle station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle to Castlemaine train from?

Newcastle to Castlemaine train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Newcastle Interchange station.

Train or bus from Newcastle to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Newcastle to Castlemaine is to train which takes 16h 48m and costs $80 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $310 and takes 18h 7m.

Where does the Newcastle to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Newcastle to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

Where does the Newcastle to Castlemaine train arrive?

Newcastle to Castlemaine train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Newcastle to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle to Castlemaine is 998 km. It takes approximately 11h 7m to drive from Newcastle to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 87+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Newcastle to Castlemaine - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Newcastle to Castlemaine by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly Newcastle Airport to Melbourne Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Newcastle Airport (NTL) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane NTL - MEL
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
6h 35m
$113–354
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the train from Central Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
16h 48m
$83–275
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the bus from Central Station to Southern Cross Coach Terminalbus
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
17h 13m
$113–315
Drive 997.7 km
1. Drive from Newcastle to Castlemainecar 997.7 km
11h 7m
$178–258
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Bendigo Airport
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Bendigo Airport (BXG)plane SYD - BXG
7h 2m
$234–769
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Melbourne Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane SYD - MEL
3. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
9h 8m
$142–344
Train to Sydney International Airport, fly to Avalon Airport, train
1. Take the train from Newcastle Interchange to Central Stationtrain
2. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Avalon Airport (AVV)plane SYD - AVV
3. Take the train from Lara Station to Footscray Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
9h 43m
$135–316
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newcastle to Central Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sydney Central Station to Melbournebus
3. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus
18h 7m
$162–307

Newcastle to Castlemaine by train

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Distance: 962 km
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a train from Newcastle Interchange to Castlemaine Station via Central Station and Southern Cross Station in around 16h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newcastle to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Central Station, Sydney Central Station, Melbourne, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 18h 7m.

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