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

The cheapest way to get from Warrnambool to Castlemaine is to train which costs $15 - $21 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Warrnambool to Castlemaine is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Warrnambool and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Warrnambool station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station/Merri St and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Warrnambool and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Warrnambool station to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Warrnambool Station and arriving at Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Warrnambool to Castlemaine?

The distance between Warrnambool and Castlemaine is 381 km. The road distance is 251.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Castlemaine without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $15 - $21.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Warrnambool to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Warrnambool to Castlemaine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Warrnambool to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Warrnambool to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Warrnambool to Castlemaine is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs $15 - $21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $35 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Warrnambool to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Warrnambool to Castlemaine bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Warrnambool to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Warrnambool to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Warrnambool to Castlemaine is 251 km. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Warrnambool to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 94+ hotels available in Castlemaine.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Warrnambool to Castlemaine by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Warrnambool Station to Footscray StationGeelong
2. Take the train from Footscray Station to Castlemaine StationBendigo
5h 3m
$15–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard StCoach
2. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy StCoach
5h 20m
$4–34
Drive 251.1 km
1. Drive from Warrnambool to Castlemaine251.1 km
3h 7m
$49–71

Warrnambool to Castlemaine by train

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5h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 381.3 km
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a train from Warrnambool Station to Castlemaine Station via Footscray Station in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Warrnambool Station/Merri St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St in around 5h 20m.

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