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

The cheapest way to get from Dandenong to Castlemaine is to train which costs $12 - $16 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dandenong to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Dandenong and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Dandenong to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Rd/George St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Dandenong and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Dandenong station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Yarraman Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Dandenong to Castlemaine?

The distance between Dandenong and Castlemaine is 156 km. The road distance is 150 km.

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

The best way to get from Dandenong to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs $12 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Dandenong to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dandenong to Castlemaine bus from?

Dandenong to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, depart from Cheltenham Rd/George St station.

Where do I catch the Dandenong to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Dandenong to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Dandenong to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs $12 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Dandenong to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Dandenong to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan Buses, arrive at The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd station.

Where does the Dandenong to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dandenong to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Dandenong to Castlemaine is 150 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Dandenong to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 94+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Dandenong to Castlemaine - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Yarraman Station to Southern Cross StationCranbourne / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine StationBendigo
2h 44m
$12–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Rd/George St to The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd901
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy StBendigo
6h 18m
Drive 150 km
1. Drive from Dandenong to Castlemaine150 km
1h 51m
$30–43

Dandenong to Castlemaine by train

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Distance: 155.7 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Yarraman Station to Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cheltenham Rd/George St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via The Pines SC/Reynolds Rd, King St/Lonsdale St, and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 6h 18m.

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