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How to Travel from

Brisbane to Castlemaine

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Central station, platform 1 to Varsity
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.02–$5.98
Train from Fortitude Valley station, platform 4 to Landsborough
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.59–$5.11

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$29.35

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
11h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$51.09

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$206.52
Bus from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$184.78

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Castlemaine
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$1.20–$11.96

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$597.83
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$478.26
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$489.13
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$521.74

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Bendigo
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$923.91
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$652.17
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Avalon
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$489.13
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$706.52

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$597.83
Plane from Gold Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$597.83
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Melbourne
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$652.17

Train operators

NSW TrainLink XPT

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/regional
Train from Central Station to Southern
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$152.17

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Southern Cross to Castlemaine
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52
Train from Footscray to Castlemaine
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Southern
Ave. Duration:
2d 2h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$2,183.60–$2,831.51

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Brisbane to Castlemaine is to train via Sydney which costs $54.35 - $195.65 and takes 28h.

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

The fastest way to get from Brisbane to Castlemaine is to fly and train which takes 6h 15m and costs $103.26 - $358.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Brisbane and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct bus from Brisbane to Castlemaine station. However, there are services departing from Brisbane and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St via Central Station and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Brisbane and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Brisbane station to Castlemaine. However, there are services departing from Roma Street Station and arriving at Castlemaine via Central Station and Southern Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h.

How far is it from Brisbane to Castlemaine?

The distance between Brisbane and Castlemaine is 1541 km. The road distance is 1637.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Brisbane to Castlemaine without a car is to train via Sydney which takes 28h and costs $54.35 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Brisbane to Castlemaine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Castlemaine bus from?

Brisbane to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, depart from Brisbane station.

Where do I catch the Brisbane to Castlemaine train from?

Brisbane to Castlemaine train services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Roma Street Station.

Train, bus or fly from Brisbane to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Brisbane to Castlemaine is to train via Sydney which takes 28h and costs $54.35 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $413.04 and takes 31h 41m, you could also fly, which costs $217.39 - $652.17 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Brisbane to Castlemaine bus arrive?

Brisbane to Castlemaine bus services, operated by Greyhound Australia, arrive at Central Station.

What is the time difference between Brisbane and Castlemaine?

Castlemaine is 1h ahead of Brisbane. It is currently 17:20 in Brisbane and 18:20 in Castlemaine.

Where does the Brisbane to Castlemaine train arrive?

Brisbane to Castlemaine train services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Brisbane to Castlemaine?

Yes, the driving distance between Brisbane to Castlemaine is 1637 km. It takes approximately 18h 34m to drive from Brisbane to Castlemaine.

Where can I stay near Castlemaine?

There are 72+ hotels available in Castlemaine. Prices start at $72.88 per night.
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