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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Maffra is to train and bus which costs $15 - $35 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Maffra is to drive which takes 4h and costs $60 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Maffra?

No, there is no direct bus from Castlemaine station to Maffra. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Pearson St/Johnson St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Maffra?

The distance between Castlemaine and Maffra is 347 km. The road distance is 336.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Maffra without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 32m and costs $15 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Castlemaine to Maffra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Maffra bus from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Maffra?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Maffra is to bus which takes 7h 18m and costs $4 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16 - $35 and takes 7h.

Where does the Castlemaine to Maffra bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Maffra?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Maffra is 336 km. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Castlemaine to Maffra.

Where can I stay near Maffra?

There are 28+ hotels available in Maffra.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Castlemaine to Maffra 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Southern Cross Station
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Traralgon Station
3. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Pearson St/Johnson St
6h 32m
$15–33
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Traralgon Station/Princes St
3. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Pearson St/Johnson St
7h 18m
$5–49
Drive 336.3 km
1. Drive from Castlemaine to Maffra336.3 km
4h
$64–92
Train
1. Take the train from Castlemaine Station to Southern Cross StationBendigo
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Sale StationTraralgon
7h
$16–31

Castlemaine to Maffra by train and bus

22Weekly Services

6h 32mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Castlemaine to Maffra.

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Distance: 346.6 km
Duration: 6h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Pearson St/Johnson St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 7h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Castlemaine Station to Pearson St/Johnson St via Southern Cross Station, Sale Station, and Sale Station/Pettit Dr in around 7h.

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