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

The cheapest way to get from Parkdale to Castlemaine is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Parkdale to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Parkdale and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Parkdale to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Monaco St/Beach Rd and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Parkdale and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Parkdale station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Parkdale Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Parkdale to Castlemaine?

The distance between Parkdale and Castlemaine is 153 km. The road distance is 141.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Parkdale to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Parkdale to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Parkdale to Castlemaine bus from?

Parkdale to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Monaco St/Beach Rd station.

Where do I catch the Parkdale to Castlemaine train from?

Parkdale to Castlemaine train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Parkdale Station.

Train or bus from Parkdale to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Parkdale to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can line 903 bus and line 302 bus and bus, which costs $7 - $25 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Parkdale to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Parkdale to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Box Hill Bus Station/Station St.

Where does the Parkdale to Castlemaine train arrive?

Parkdale to Castlemaine train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Parkdale to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Parkdale to Castlemaine is 142 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Parkdale to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Parkdale to Castlemaine - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 903 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Parkdale Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Frankston
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 51m
$14–18
Line 903 bus, line 302 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Monaco St/Beach Rd to Box Hill Bus Station/Station Stbus 903
2. Take the bus from Box Hill Bus Station/Station St to King St/Lonsdale Stbus 302
3. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus
4h 59m
$8–25
Drive 141.6 km
1. Drive from Parkdale to Castlemainecar 141.6 km
1h 46m
$26–37

Parkdale to Castlemaine by train

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 152.6 km
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Parkdale Station to Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Monaco St/Beach Rd to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Box Hill Bus Station/Station St, King St/Lonsdale St, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 4h 59m.

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