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Essendon to Castlemaine trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Essendon and Castlemaine takes 2h 14m and the fastest train takes 1h 43m. There is a train service every few hours from Essendon to Castlemaine. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 14m
Duration
133 km
Distance
$16
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain train Bendigo
2h 19m
$14–18

Essendon to Castlemaine train times

Trains run hourly between Essendon and Castlemaine. The earliest departure is at 12:39 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Essendon is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Castlemaine at 7:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Essendon to Castlemaine.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 133.1 km
  • Duration: 2h 14m

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Station hourly. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 31m.

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