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1 h 48 min
136 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Castlemaine to Ararat

Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (136 km)
1 h 48 min
136 km.
from $7
Other
Rideshare
1 h 48 min
136 km.
from $5.17
Bus, Train
3 h 33 min
115 km.
from $11.12
Bus
3 h 53 min
116 km.
from $30.87
Train
4 h 45 min
116 km.
from $15.80
Bus via Ballarat
5 h 1 min
116 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.25–$58.51

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.83–$10.18
Bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.95–$10.81

Sandlant Buses

Website:
ptv.vic.gov.au/footer/customer-service/operator-contact-details/?utm_source=open_data_click_agency&utm_medium=open_data_agency_click&utm_campaign=open_data_click
Bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once a week
Bus from Stockland SC/Gillies St N to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Ballarat to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.22–$7.00
Train from Castlemaine to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.34–$7.63
Train from Footscray to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.72–$7.63

Questions and Answers

What is the most affordable method to travel from Castlemaine to Ararat?

The most affordable method to travel from Castlemaine to Ararat is to take a train which costs $10.85 - $15.32 and takes 4h 45m.

How long does it take to travel from Castlemaine to Ararat by car?

$19.15 to $29.37 is the price range for a car trip from Castlemaine to Ararat, and the driving time is 1 hour 54 minutes.

Is there a direct bus service between Castlemaine and Ararat?

No, there is no direct bus service from Castlemaine station to Ararat. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St and arriving at Ararat via Ballarat Station/Lydiard St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 hours and 53 minutes.

What is the distance between Castlemaine and Ararat?

The distance between Castlemaine and Ararat is 176 kilometers. The road distance is 136.6 kilometers.

How can I travel from Castlemaine to Ararat without using a car?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Ararat without a car is to take the bus and train which takes 3 hours and 33 minutes and costs $6.00 - $17.88.

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

It takes approximately 3 hours and 33 minutes to get from Castlemaine to Ararat, including transfers.

Where can I catch a bus to Ararat from Castlemaine?

V-Line Buses operate bus services from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St.

Where do you depart from to catch the Castlemaine to Ararat train?

Castlemaine to Ararat train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Castlemaine station.

What is the best way to travel by train from Castlemaine to Ararat?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Ararat is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $10.85 - $15.32. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.79 - $70.23 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Ararat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castlemaine to Ararat train arrive?

Castlemaine to Ararat train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Footscray station.

Can you travel by car from Castlemaine to Ararat?

The driving distance between Castlemaine and Ararat is 137 kilometers. It takes approximately 1 hour and 54 minutes to drive from Castlemaine to Ararat.

Where can I find hotels near Ararat?

There are 25+ hotels available in Ararat. Prices start at $65.86 per night.
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