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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Williamstown to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Williamstown and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Williamstown to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Knight St/Victoria St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Williamstown and Castlemaine?

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

How far is it from Williamstown to Castlemaine?

The distance between Williamstown and Castlemaine is 127 km. The road distance is 122.9 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Williamstown to Castlemaine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Williamstown to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Williamstown to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Williamstown to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can line 472 bus and bus, which costs $7 - $24 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Williamstown to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Williamstown to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Hopkins St/Leeds St station.

Where does the Williamstown to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Williamstown to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Williamstown to Castlemaine is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Williamstown to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 87+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 7m
$14–18
Line 472 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Knight St/Victoria St to Hopkins St/Leeds Stbus 472
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
2h 47m
$8–24
Drive 122.9 km
1. Drive from Williamstown to Castlemainecar 122.9 km
1h 29m
$23–32

Williamstown to Castlemaine by train

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2h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126.7 km
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Williamstown, 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, you can take a bus from Knight St/Victoria St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Hopkins St/Leeds St and Footscray Station/Irving St in around 2h 47m.

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