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

The cheapest way to get from Pakenham to Castlemaine is to train via Sunbury which costs $13 - $18 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pakenham to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Pakenham and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Pakenham station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Pakenham and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Pakenham station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Pakenham Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Pakenham to Castlemaine?

The distance between Pakenham and Castlemaine is 183 km. The road distance is 176.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Pakenham to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $16 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Pakenham to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Castlemaine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pakenham to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Pakenham to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Pakenham to Castlemaine is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs $16 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $35 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Pakenham to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Pakenham to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Pakenham to Castlemaine train arrive?

Pakenham to Castlemaine train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Southern Cross Station.

Can I drive from Pakenham to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakenham to Castlemaine is 176 km. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Pakenham to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 86+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Traralgon
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain Bendigo
3h 11m
$16–23
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Traralgon
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy Stbus Bendigo
3h 45m
$3–32
Drive 176.3 km
1. Drive from Pakenham to Castlemainecar 176.3 km
2h 8m
$32–46
Train via Sunbury
1. Take the train from Pakenham Station to Town Hall Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Sunbury Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Castlemaine Stationtrain
3h 50m
$14–18

Pakenham to Castlemaine by train

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3h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.5 km
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Pakenham Station to Castlemaine Station via Southern Cross Station in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pakenham Station/Railway Ave to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 45m.

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