What is the cheapest way to get from West Footscray to Castlemaine?

The cheapest way to get from West Footscray to Castlemaine is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from West Footscray to Castlemaine?

The fastest way to get from West Footscray to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between West Footscray and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from West Footscray to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Edgar St/Geelong Rd and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

Is there a direct train between West Footscray and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from West Footscray station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Tottenham Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from West Footscray to Castlemaine?

The distance between West Footscray and Castlemaine is 124 km. The road distance is 114.2 km.

How do I travel from West Footscray to Castlemaine without a car?

The best way to get from West Footscray to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs $13 - $18.

How long does it take to get from West Footscray to Castlemaine?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from West Footscray to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the West Footscray to Castlemaine bus from?

West Footscray to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the West Footscray to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from West Footscray to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from West Footscray to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $24 and takes 2h 28m.

Where does the West Footscray to Castlemaine bus arrive?

West Footscray to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St.

Where does the West Footscray to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from West Footscray to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between West Footscray to Castlemaine is 114 km. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from West Footscray to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 3m
$14–18
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
2h 28m
$8–24
Drive 114.2 km
1. Drive from West Footscray to Castlemainecar 114.2 km
1h 20m
$21–30
Train via Sunbury Station
1. Take the train from Tottenham Station to Sunbury Stationtrain Sunbury
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 11m
$14–18

West Footscray to Castlemaine by train

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Distance: 123.5 km
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between West Footscray, VIC, Australia and Castlemaine, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St 3 times a day. Tickets cost $2–18 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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