What is the cheapest way to get from North Melbourne to Castlemaine?

The cheapest way to get from North Melbourne to Castlemaine is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Melbourne to Castlemaine?

The fastest way to get from North Melbourne to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between North Melbourne and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from North Melbourne to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Dryburgh St/Haines St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

Is there a direct train between North Melbourne and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from North Melbourne station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Arden Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from North Melbourne to Castlemaine?

The distance between North Melbourne and Castlemaine is 124 km. The road distance is 116.3 km.

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

The best way to get from North Melbourne to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from North Melbourne to Castlemaine?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from North Melbourne to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Melbourne to Castlemaine bus from?

North Melbourne to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Dryburgh St/Haines St station.

Where do I catch the North Melbourne to Castlemaine train from?

North Melbourne to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Footscray Station.

Train or bus from North Melbourne to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from North Melbourne to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can line 402 bus and bus, which costs $7 - $24 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the North Melbourne to Castlemaine bus arrive?

North Melbourne to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the North Melbourne to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from North Melbourne to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between North Melbourne to Castlemaine is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from North Melbourne to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

North Melbourne to Castlemaine - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 402 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 1m
$14–18
Line 402 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dryburgh St/Haines St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus 402
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
2h 39m
$8–24
Drive 116.3 km
1. Drive from North Melbourne to Castlemainecar 116.3 km
1h 21m
$21–31

North Melbourne to Castlemaine by train

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2h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 123.5 km
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between North Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Castlemaine, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dryburgh St/Haines St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Footscray Station/Irving St in around 2h 39m.

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