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

The cheapest way to get from Stawell to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $2 - $35 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stawell to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Stawell and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Stawell station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Stawell Station/Napier St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Stawell and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Stawell station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Stawell Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Ararat Station and Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Stawell to Castlemaine?

The distance between Stawell and Castlemaine is 210 km. The road distance is 153.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Stawell to Castlemaine without a car is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $2 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Stawell to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stawell to Castlemaine bus from?

Stawell to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Stawell Station/Napier St.

Where do I catch the Stawell to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Stawell to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Stawell to Castlemaine is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $2 - $35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $85 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Stawell to Castlemaine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stawell to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stawell to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Stawell to Castlemaine is 154 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Stawell to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 88+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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There are 5 ways to get from Stawell to Castlemaine by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Stawell Station/Napier St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Coach
4h 12m
$3–32
Train
1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Footscray Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
5h 38m
$45–82
Drive 153.6 km
1. Drive from Stawell to Castlemainecar 153.6 km
1h 59m
$28–40
Bus via Stawell
1. Take the bus from Stawell to Ballaratbus Melbourne
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Coach
4h 30m
$96–114
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ararat Station to Ballarat Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Coach
4h 51m
$9–38

Stawell to Castlemaine by bus

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Distance: 210 km
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Stawell Station/Napier St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stawell Station to Castlemaine Station via Ararat Station and Footscray Station in around 5h 38m.

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