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

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine to Castlemaine is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunshine to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Sunshine and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunshine to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Whitty St/Monash St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Sunshine and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Sunshine station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Sunshine Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Sunbury Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Sunshine to Castlemaine?

The distance between Sunshine and Castlemaine is 113 km. The road distance is 109.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Sunshine to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Sunshine to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunshine to Castlemaine bus from?

Sunshine to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Whitty St/Monash St station.

Where do I catch the Sunshine to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunshine to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Sunshine to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $24 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Sunshine to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Sunshine to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the Sunshine to Castlemaine train arrive?

Sunshine to Castlemaine train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Sunbury Station.

Can I drive from Sunshine to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine to Castlemaine is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Sunshine to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 85+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Sunshine to Castlemaine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Sunshine to Castlemaine by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sunshine Station to Sunbury Stationtrain Sunbury
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 7m
$14–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Whitty St/Monash St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus 216
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
2h 41m
$8–24
Drive 109.9 km
1. Drive from Sunshine to Castlemainecar 109.9 km
1h 16m
$20–29
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Whitty St/Monash St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus 216
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 19m
$14–18

Sunshine to Castlemaine by train

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Distance: 113.4 km
Duration: 2h 7m

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

You can take a train from Sunshine Station to Castlemaine Station via Sunbury Station in around 2h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Whitty St/Monash St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Footscray Station/Irving St in around 2h 41m.

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