What is the cheapest way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine?

The cheapest way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine is to train which costs $14 - $20 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine?

The fastest way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Bacchus Marsh and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Bacchus Marsh and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bacchus Marsh and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Bacchus Marsh station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Bacchus Marsh Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine?

The distance between Bacchus Marsh and Castlemaine is 165 km. The road distance is 92.6 km.

How do I travel from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine without a car?

The best way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs $14 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine bus from?

Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Firefly Express, depart from Bacchus Marsh station.

Where do I catch the Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine train from?

Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Bacchus Marsh Station.

Train or bus from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs $14 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $120 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Firefly Express, arrive at Ballarat station.

Where does the Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine is 93 km. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 94+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bacchus Marsh Station to Footscray StationBallarat
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine StationBendigo
2h 32m
$14–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bacchus Marsh to BallaratAdelaide
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy StCoach
3h 5m
$2–113
Drive 92.6 km
1. Drive from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine92.6 km
1h 8m
$18–26

Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine by train

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2h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.1 km
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Bacchus Marsh, VIC, Australia and Castlemaine, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Bacchus Marsh Station to Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bacchus Marsh to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 3h 5m.

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