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

The cheapest way to get from Cranbourne to Castlemaine is to train which costs $12 - $16 and takes 3h 1m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Cranbourne and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Cranbourne station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Cranbourne Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Cranbourne to Castlemaine?

The distance between Cranbourne and Castlemaine is 176 km. The road distance is 168.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cranbourne to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs $12 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Cranbourne to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cranbourne to Castlemaine train from?

Cranbourne to Castlemaine train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Cranbourne Station.

Where does the Cranbourne to Castlemaine train arrive?

Cranbourne to Castlemaine train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Cranbourne to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Cranbourne to Castlemaine is 168 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Cranbourne to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 94+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Cranbourne to Castlemaine - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 893 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cranbourne Station to Southern Cross StationCranbourne
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine StationBendigo
3h 1m
$12–16
Drive 168.4 km
1. Drive from Cranbourne to Castlemaine168.4 km
2h 2m
$33–47
Line 893 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cranbourne Park SC/Lyall St to Dandenong Station/Foster St893 / ...
2. Take the train from Dandenong Station to Southern Cross Station
3. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Station
3h 36m

Cranbourne to Castlemaine by train

152Weekly Trains

3h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.5 km
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Cranbourne Station to Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station in around 3h 1m.

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