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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Castlemaine is to line 483 bus and bus which costs $5 - $21 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essendon to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Essendon and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Essendon to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Sunbury Station/Brook St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Essendon and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Essendon station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Essendon Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Essendon to Castlemaine?

The distance between Essendon and Castlemaine is 133 km. The road distance is 110.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Essendon to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $12 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Essendon to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Castlemaine bus from?

Essendon to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd station.

Where do I catch the Essendon to Castlemaine train from?

Essendon to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Southern Cross Station.

Train or bus from Essendon to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Essendon to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $12 - $16. Alternatively, you can line 483 bus and bus, which costs $5 - $21 and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the Essendon to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Essendon to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Sunbury Station/Brook St.

Where does the Essendon to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essendon to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Essendon to Castlemaine is 110 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Essendon to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 96+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Essendon to Castlemaine - 4 ways to travel via train, line 483 bus, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Essendon to Castlemaine by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine StationBendigo
2h 14m
$12–16
Line 483 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Sunbury Station/Brook St483
2. Take the bus from Sunbury Station/Brook St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy StBendigo
3h 41m
$5–20
Drive 110.1 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Castlemaine110.1 km
1h 14m
$22–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Essendon to Castlemaine110.1 km
1h 14m
$200–240

Essendon to Castlemaine by train

152Weekly Trains

2h 14mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.1 km
Duration: 2h 14m

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

V/Line operates a train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Sunbury Station/Brook St in around 3h 41m.

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