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

The cheapest way to get from Dimboola to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $11 - $40 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dimboola to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct train between Dimboola and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Dimboola station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Dimboola Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Ararat Station and Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Dimboola to Castlemaine?

The distance between Dimboola and Castlemaine is 303 km. The road distance is 236.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Dimboola to Castlemaine without a car is to bus which takes 5h 12m and costs $11 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Dimboola to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dimboola to Castlemaine train from?

Dimboola to Castlemaine train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, depart from Dimboola Station.

Train or bus from Dimboola to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Dimboola to Castlemaine is to bus which takes 5h 12m and costs $11 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $140 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Dimboola to Castlemaine train arrive?

Dimboola to Castlemaine train services, operated by Journey Beyond - The Overland, arrive at Ararat Station.

Can I drive from Dimboola to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Dimboola to Castlemaine is 237 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Dimboola to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 94+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Car Park Rear Toilet Block/Lloyd St to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Coach
5h 12m
$12–37
Train
1. Take the train from Dimboola Station to Ararat Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Ararat Station to Footscray Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
6h 59m
$69–131
Drive 236.9 km
1. Drive from Dimboola to Castlemainecar 236.9 km
3h 1m
$43–62

Dimboola to Castlemaine by bus and train

7Weekly Services

5h 12mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 302.9 km
Duration: 5h 12m

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

V-Line Buses operates a bus from Car Park Rear Toilet Block/Lloyd St to Bendigo Station/Railway Pl once daily. Tickets cost $3–26 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Dimboola Station to Castlemaine Station via Ararat Station and Footscray Station in around 6h 59m.

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