What is the cheapest way to get from Port Fairy to Castlemaine?

The cheapest way to get from Port Fairy to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $3 - $50 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Fairy to Castlemaine?

The fastest way to get from Port Fairy to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Port Fairy and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Fairy to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Warrnambool Station/Merri St and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Port Fairy and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Port Fairy station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Port Fairy to Castlemaine?

The distance between Port Fairy and Castlemaine is 409 km. The road distance is 272 km.

How do I travel from Port Fairy to Castlemaine without a car?

The best way to get from Port Fairy to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs $18 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Port Fairy to Castlemaine?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Port Fairy to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Fairy to Castlemaine bus from?

Port Fairy to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Warrnambool Station/Merri St.

Where do I catch the Port Fairy to Castlemaine train from?

Port Fairy to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Warrnambool Station.

Train or bus from Port Fairy to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Port Fairy to Castlemaine is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs $18 - $40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $50 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Port Fairy to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Port Fairy to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Port Fairy to Castlemaine train arrive?

Port Fairy to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray Station.

Can I drive from Port Fairy to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Fairy to Castlemaine is 272 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Port Fairy to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Footscray Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
6h 28m
$18–37
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Coach
6h 45m
$3–48
Drive 272 km
1. Drive from Port Fairy to Castlemainecar 272 km
3h 24m
$49–71

Port Fairy to Castlemaine by bus and train

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Distance: 408.5 km
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Port Fairy, VIC, Australia and Castlemaine, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St to Castlemaine Station via Warrnambool Station/Merri St, Warrnambool Station, and Footscray Station in around 6h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Fairy Visitor Centre/Bank St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Warrnambool Station/Merri St and Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 6h 45m.

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