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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Castlemaine is to train which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Bendigo Station/Railway Pl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Rochester and Castlemaine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rochester Station station and arriving at Castlemaine Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Rochester to Castlemaine?

The distance between Rochester and Castlemaine is 98 km. The road distance is 99.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $8 - $12.

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

The train from Rochester Station to Castlemaine Station takes 1h 27m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Castlemaine bus from?

Rochester to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Castlemaine train from?

Rochester to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Rochester Station.

Train or bus from Rochester to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Rochester to Castlemaine is to train which takes 1h 27m and costs $8 - $12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $25 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Rochester to Castlemaine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rochester to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rochester to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Castlemaine is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Rochester 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 Rochester to Castlemaine by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rochester Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
1h 27m
$8–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Bendigo
2. Take the bus from Bendigo Station/Railway Pl to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo / ...
2h 15m
$2–25
Drive 99.9 km
1. Drive from Rochester to Castlemainecar 99.9 km
1h 20m
$18–26

Rochester to Castlemaine by train

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Distance: 98.1 km
Duration: 1h 27m

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

V/Line operates a train from Rochester Station to Castlemaine Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Station/Northern Hwy to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Bendigo Station/Railway Pl in around 2h 15m.

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