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

The cheapest way to get from Footscray to Castlemaine is to train which costs $7 - $10 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Footscray to Castlemaine is to bus which takes 1h 18m and costs $2 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Footscray and Castlemaine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Footscray Station/Irving St station and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Footscray and Castlemaine?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Footscray Station station and arriving at Castlemaine Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Footscray to Castlemaine?

The distance between Footscray and Castlemaine is 140 km. The road distance is 115.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Footscray to Castlemaine without a car is to bus which takes 1h 18m and costs $2 - $18.

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

The bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St takes 1h 18m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Castlemaine bus from?

Footscray to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Footscray Station/Irving St.

Where do I catch the Footscray to Castlemaine train from?

Footscray to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Footscray Station.

Train or bus from Footscray to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Footscray to Castlemaine is to bus which takes 1h 18m and costs $2 - $18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $7 - $10 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Footscray to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Footscray to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St.

Where does the Footscray to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Footscray to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Footscray to Castlemaine is 115 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Footscray to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 94+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Footscray to Castlemaine - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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1. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
1h 18m
$2–18
Train
1. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
1h 23m
$7–10
Drive 115.2 km
1. Drive from Footscray to Castlemainecar 115.2 km
1h 21m
$22–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Footscray to Castlemainetaxi 115.2 km
1h 21m
$210–250

Footscray to Castlemaine by bus

13Weekly Buses

1h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 139.5 km
Duration: 1h 18m

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

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. Alternatively, V/Line operates a train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Station hourly. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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