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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Colac is to train which costs $14 - $20 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Colac is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Colac?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Colac station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Footscray Station/Irving St and Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Colac?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine station to Colac station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station and arriving at Colac Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Colac?

The distance between Castlemaine and Colac is 268 km. The road distance is 180.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Colac without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $14 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Castlemaine to Colac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Colac bus from?

Castlemaine to Colac bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Colac train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Colac?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Colac is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $14 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4 - $50 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Colac bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castlemaine to Colac train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Colac?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Colac is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Castlemaine to Colac.

Where can I stay near Colac?

There are 22+ hotels available in Colac.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Castlemaine to Colac 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 Castlemaine Station to Footscray Stationtrain Bendigo
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Colac Stationtrain Geelong
4h 18m
$14–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Drbus
3. Take the bus from Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr to Colac Station/Gellibrand Stbus
5h 37m
$4–48
Drive 180.7 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Colaccar 180.7 km
2h 23m
$33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Geelong Station/Railway Tcebus Coach
2. Take the train from Geelong Station to Colac Stationtrain Geelong
5h 58m
$9–30

Castlemaine to Colac by train

35Weekly Trains

4h 18mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Castlemaine to Colac.

Launch map view

Distance: 267.7 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Castlemaine Station to Colac Station via Footscray Station in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Footscray Station/Irving St and Waurn Ponds Station/Sugargum Dr in around 5h 37m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Australia

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.