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

The cheapest way to get from Lara to Castlemaine is to train which costs $14 - $20 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lara to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Lara and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Lara station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Lara Station/Hicks St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Footscray Station/Irving St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Lara and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Lara station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Lara Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Lara to Castlemaine?

The distance between Lara and Castlemaine is 180 km. The road distance is 138.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lara to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $14 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Lara to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lara to Castlemaine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Lara to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Lara to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Lara to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs $14 - $20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $35 and takes 3h.

Where does the Lara to Castlemaine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lara to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lara to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Lara to Castlemaine is 138 km. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Lara to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 94+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Lara 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 Lara Station to Footscray Stationtrain Geelong
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
2h 37m
$14–19
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lara Station/Hicks St to Footscray Station/Irving Stbus Geelong
2. Take the bus from Footscray Station/Irving St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
3h
$3–31
Drive 138.2 km
1. Drive from Lara to Castlemainecar 138.2 km
1h 43m
$25–36

Lara to Castlemaine by train

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2h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 180 km
Duration: 2h 37m

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

You can take a train from Lara Station to Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lara Station/Hicks St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Footscray Station/Irving St in around 3h.

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