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

The cheapest way to get from Prahran to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $6 - $23 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prahran to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Prahran and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Prahran to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Malvern Rd/Orrong Rd and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Prahran and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Prahran to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Lewisham Rd/High St #34 and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Flinders Street Station and Southern Cross Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Prahran to Castlemaine?

The distance between Prahran and Castlemaine is 132 km. The road distance is 125.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Prahran to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $18 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Prahran to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prahran to Castlemaine bus from?

Prahran to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where do I catch the Prahran to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Prahran to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Prahran to Castlemaine is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs $18 - $22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $6 - $23 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Prahran to Castlemaine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Prahran to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prahran to Castlemaine?

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

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 95+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

Prahran to Castlemaine - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Prahran to Castlemaine by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 27m
$18–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy StBendigo
4h 29m
$6–22
Drive 125.1 km
1. Drive from Prahran to Castlemaine125.1 km
1h 31m
$25–36
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prahran to Castlemaine125.1 km
1h 31m
$220–270
Train via Sunbury
1. Take the train from Flinders Street Station to Sunbury StationSunbury
2. Take the train from Sunbury Station to Castlemaine StationBendigo
3h 8m
$18–22

Prahran to Castlemaine by tram and train

152Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.4 km
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Prahran, 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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