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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Castlemaine is to line 86 tram and train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Mornane St/Victoria St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Bourke St/Queen St and Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Preston to Castlemaine?

The distance between Preston and Castlemaine is 136 km. The road distance is 119 km.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Castlemaine without a car is to line 86 tram and train which takes 2h 55m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Preston to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Castlemaine bus from?

Preston to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Mornane St/Victoria St station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Castlemaine train from?

Preston to Castlemaine train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 station.

Where does the Preston to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Preston to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Little Collins St/Queen St station.

Where does the Preston to Castlemaine train arrive?

Preston to Castlemaine train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Spencer St/Bourke St #1 station.

Can I drive from Preston to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Castlemaine is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Preston to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Preston to Castlemaine - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 86 tram

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

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Line 86 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Osborne Gr/Plenty Rd #44 to Spencer St/Bourke St #1tram 86
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 55m
$14–18
Line 251 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Little Collins St/Queen Stbus 251
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
3h 35m
$14–30
Drive 119 km
1. Drive from Preston to Castlemainecar 119 km
1h 23m
$22–31

Preston to Castlemaine by tram and train

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.9 km
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Mornane St/Victoria St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Little Collins St/Queen St, Bourke St/Queen St, Leeds St/Hopkins St, and Footscray Station/Irving St in around 3h 35m.

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