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

The cheapest way to get from Essendon to Castlemaine is to train which costs $13 - $18 and takes 2h 19m.

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 $19 - $29.

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 Brewster St/Mt Alexander Rd and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Moonee Ponds Interchange/Mt Alexander Rd and Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

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 19m.

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 19m and costs $13 - $18.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m 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 V-Line Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

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 19m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $24 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Essendon to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Essendon to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy 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 93+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Essendon to Castlemaine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Essendon 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 Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 19m
$14–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
3h 2m
$8–24
Drive 110.1 km
1. Drive from Essendon to Castlemainecar 110.1 km
1h 14m
$20–29
Line 483 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thistle St/Mt Alexander Rd to Sunbury Station/Brook Stbus 483
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 25m
$14–18

Essendon to Castlemaine by train

152Weekly Trains

2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 133 km
Duration: 2h 19m

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 $8–12 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St twice daily. Tickets cost $2–18 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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