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

The cheapest way to get from Fitzroy to Castlemaine is to line 402 bus and bus which costs $6 - $23 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fitzroy to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Fitzroy and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Fitzroy to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Rathdowne St/Grattan St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Fitzroy and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Fitzroy to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from St David St/Brunswick St #15 and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Fitzroy to Castlemaine?

The distance between Fitzroy and Castlemaine is 129 km. The road distance is 119.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Fitzroy to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $12 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Fitzroy to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fitzroy to Castlemaine bus from?

Fitzroy to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Rathdowne St/Grattan St station.

Where do I catch the Fitzroy to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Fitzroy to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Fitzroy to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs $12 - $16. Alternatively, you can line 402 bus and bus, which costs $6 - $23 and takes 2h 50m.

Where does the Fitzroy to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Fitzroy to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where does the Fitzroy to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fitzroy to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Fitzroy to Castlemaine is 119 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Fitzroy to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 94+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Fitzroy to Castlemaine - 3 ways to travel via train, line 402 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 23m
$12–15
Line 402 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rathdowne St/Grattan St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus 402
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
2h 50m
$6–22
Drive 119.4 km
1. Drive from Fitzroy to Castlemainecar 119.4 km
1h 26m
$22–31

Fitzroy to Castlemaine by tram and train

152Weekly Services

2h 23mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128.9 km
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Fitzroy, 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 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rathdowne St/Grattan St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Footscray Station/Irving St in around 2h 50m.

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