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

The cheapest way to get from Nhill to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $12 - $40 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nhill to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Nhill and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Nhill to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Information Centre/Western Hwy and arriving at Bendigo Station/Railway Pl via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Nhill and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Nhill station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Nhill Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Ararat Station and Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Nhill to Castlemaine?

The distance between Nhill and Castlemaine is 341 km. The road distance is 274.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nhill to Castlemaine without a car is to bus which takes 5h 37m and costs $12 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Nhill to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nhill to Castlemaine bus from?

Nhill to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Information Centre/Western Hwy station.

Where do I catch the Nhill to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Nhill to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Nhill to Castlemaine is to bus which takes 5h 37m and costs $12 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $150 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Nhill to Castlemaine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Nhill to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nhill to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Nhill to Castlemaine is 274 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Nhill to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 88+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

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1. Take the bus from Information Centre/Western Hwy to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Coach
5h 37m
$12–39
Train
1. Take the train from Nhill Station to Ararat Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to Footscray Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
7h 33m
$74–147
Drive 274.3 km
1. Drive from Nhill to Castlemainecar 274.3 km
3h 27m
$50–72

Nhill to Castlemaine by bus and train

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5h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 341.3 km
Duration: 5h 37m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Information Centre/Western Hwy to Bendigo Station/Railway Pl once daily. Tickets cost $4–29 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nhill Station to Castlemaine Station via Ararat Station and Footscray Station in around 7h 33m.

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