The average train between Geelong and Castlemaine takes 2h 33m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. There is an hourly train service from Geelong 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.
Trains run hourly between Geelong and Castlemaine. The earliest departure is at 5:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Geelong is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Castlemaine at 1:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Geelong to Castlemaine. However, there are services departing from Geelong station and arriving at Castlemaine station via Footscray Station station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.
Geelong to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Geelong Station.
Geelong to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Castlemaine Station.
The distance between Geelong and Castlemaine is 120.8 km. The road distance is 195 km.
You can take a train from Geelong Station to Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station in around 2h 51m.