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 22m.

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 $35 - $55.

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 Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

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 22m.

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 22m and costs $14 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m 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 22m and costs $14 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $35 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Colac bus arrive?

Castlemaine to Colac bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

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 21+ 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 StationBendigo
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Colac StationGeelong
4h 22m
$14–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Geelong Station/Railway TceCoach
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Colac Station/Gellibrand StGeelong
6h 27m
$3–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Geelong Station/Railway TceCoach
2. Take the train from Geelong Station to Colac StationGeelong
6h 2m
$9–29
Drive 180.7 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Colac180.7 km
2h 23m
$36–52

Castlemaine to Colac by train

35Weekly Trains

4h 22mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.7 km
Duration: 4h 22m

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 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Colac Station/Gellibrand St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 6h 27m.

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