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

The cheapest way to get from Geelong to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $2 - $20 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geelong to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Geelong and Castlemaine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Geelong Station/Railway Tce station and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Geelong and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Geelong station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Geelong Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Geelong to Castlemaine?

The distance between Geelong and Castlemaine is 195 km. The road distance is 137.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Geelong to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs $14 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Geelong to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Castlemaine bus from?

Geelong to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Geelong Station/Railway Tce.

Where do I catch the Geelong to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Geelong to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Geelong to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs $14 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $20 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Geelong to Castlemaine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Geelong to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Geelong to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Geelong to Castlemaine is 138 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Geelong to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 96+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Geelong Station to Footscray StationGeelong
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine StationBendigo
2h 46m
$14–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy StCoach
3h 45m
$2–20
Drive 137.5 km
1. Drive from Geelong to Castlemaine137.5 km
2h 2m
$27–39

Geelong to Castlemaine by train

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 195 km
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Geelong Station to Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St 5 times a week. Tickets cost $2–20 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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