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

The cheapest way to get from Hawthorn to Castlemaine is to train which costs $12 - $16 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hawthorn to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Hawthorn and Castlemaine?

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

How far is it from Hawthorn to Castlemaine?

The distance between Hawthorn and Castlemaine is 135 km. The road distance is 125 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Hawthorn to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Hawthorn to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Hawthorn to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs $12 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $24 and takes 4h.

Where does the Hawthorn to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hawthorn to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Hawthorn to Castlemaine is 125 km. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Hawthorn to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 94+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Hawthorn 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 StationBendigo
2h 14m
$12–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy StBendigo
4h
$7–23
Drive 125 km
1. Drive from Hawthorn to Castlemaine125 km
1h 31m
$24–35

Hawthorn to Castlemaine by train

152Weekly Trains

2h 14mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.7 km
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Hawthorn, 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, V-Line Buses operates a bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St 4 times a week. Tickets cost $2–18 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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