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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Macleod is to train which costs $14 - $18 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Macleod is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Macleod?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Macleod. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Kingsbury Dr/Waterdale Rd via King St/Lonsdale St and Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Macleod?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine station to Macleod station. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station and arriving at Macleod Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Macleod?

The distance between Castlemaine and Macleod is 144 km. The road distance is 126.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Macleod without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs $14 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Castlemaine to Macleod, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Macleod bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Macleod train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Macleod?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Macleod is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus and line 250 bus, which costs $14 - $35 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Macleod bus arrive?

Castlemaine to Macleod bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Castlemaine to Macleod train arrive?

Castlemaine to Macleod train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Macleod?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Macleod is 127 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Castlemaine to Macleod.

Where can I stay near Macleod?

There are 5137+ hotels available in Macleod.

Castlemaine to Macleod - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 250 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Bendigo
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Macleod Stationtrain Hurstbridge
2h 21m
$15–18
Bus, line 250 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Bendigo
2. Take the bus from Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St to Kingsbury Dr/Waterdale Rdbus 250 / ...
2h 51m
$14–30
Drive 126.6 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Macleodcar 126.6 km
1h 31m
$23–33

Castlemaine to Macleod by train

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Distance: 144.3 km
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Castlemaine Station to Macleod Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Kingsbury Dr/Waterdale Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St, King St/Lonsdale St, Swanston St/Lonsdale St, and Melbourne Central/Lonsdale St in around 2h 51m.

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