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

The cheapest way to get from Howlong to Castlemaine is to bus and train which costs $30 - $50 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Howlong to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Howlong and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Howlong to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Sturt St After Hawkins St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Murray River Council/Cobb Hwy and Bendigo Station/Railway Pl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Howlong to Castlemaine?

The distance between Howlong and Castlemaine is 413 km. The road distance is 304.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Howlong to Castlemaine without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 46m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Howlong to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Howlong to Castlemaine bus from?

Howlong to Castlemaine bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, depart from Sturt St After Hawkins St station.

Train or bus from Howlong to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Howlong to Castlemaine is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs $35 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $25 - $65 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Howlong to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Howlong to Castlemaine bus services, operated by NSW TrainLink, arrive at Blair St After Meninya St station.

Can I drive from Howlong to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Howlong to Castlemaine is 304 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Howlong to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 87+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sturt St After Hawkins St to Echuca Coach Terminal, Heygarth Stbus 741
2. Take the train from Echuca Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
6h 46m
$32–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sturt St After Hawkins St to Blair St After Meninya Stbus 741
2. Take the bus from Murray River Council/Cobb Hwy to Bendigo Station/Railway Plbus Bendigo
7h 35m
$26–60
Train
1. Take the train from Albury Station to Southern Crosstrain 623 / ...
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
6h 52m
$35–192
Drive 304.2 km
1. Drive from Howlong to Castlemainecar 304.2 km
3h 38m
$56–81

Howlong to Castlemaine by bus, foot, and train

6Weekly Services

6h 46mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Howlong to Castlemaine.

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Distance: 412.7 km
Duration: 6h 46m

What companies run services between Howlong, NSW, Australia and Castlemaine, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Sturt St Before Hawkins St to Castlemaine Station via Albury Station, Railway Pl, Stand A, Albury Station, and Southern Cross Station in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sturt St After Hawkins St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Murray River Council/Cobb Hwy and Bendigo Station/Railway Pl in around 7h 35m.

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