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

The cheapest way to get from Colac to Castlemaine is to train which costs $14 - $20 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colac to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Colac and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Colac station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Colac Station/Gellibrand St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Colac and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Colac station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Colac Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Colac to Castlemaine?

The distance between Colac and Castlemaine is 268 km. The road distance is 180.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Colac to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs $14 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Colac to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colac to Castlemaine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Colac to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Colac to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Colac to Castlemaine is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs $14 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $35 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Colac to Castlemaine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colac to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Colac to Castlemaine?

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

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 94+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Colac 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 Colac Station to Footscray StationGeelong
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine StationBendigo
3h 46m
$15–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Geelong Station/Railway TceGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy StCoach
6h 15m
$3–34
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colac Station to Geelong StationGeelong
2. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy StCoach
5h 50m
$9–29
Drive 180.9 km
1. Drive from Colac to Castlemaine180.9 km
2h 23m
$36–51

Colac to Castlemaine by train

35Weekly Trains

3h 46mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.7 km
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Colac Station to Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Colac Station/Gellibrand St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Geelong Station/Railway Tce in around 6h 15m.

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