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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Castlemaine to Ararat

Composite routes from Castlemaine to Ararat

Cheapest
1 h 47 min
Car
136 km.
from $7
Other
3 h 33 min
Bus, Train
115 km.
from $11.12
3 h 53 min
116 km.
from $30.87
4 h 45 min
116 km.
from $15.80
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:
$36.96–$50.00

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:
$0.71–$8.70
Bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.82–$9.24

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:
$4.46–$5.98
Train from Castlemaine to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52
Train from Footscray to Ararat
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.89–$6.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Ararat is to train which costs $9.24 - $13.04 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Ararat is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $16.30 - $25 .

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Ararat?

No, there is no direct bus 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 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Ararat?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine to Ararat. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine and arriving at Ararat via Footscray. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Ararat?

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

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Ararat without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 33m and costs $5.11 - $15.22 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Castlemaine to Ararat, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Ararat bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Ararat train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Ararat?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Ararat is to train which takes 4h 45m and costs $9.24 - $13.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.52 - $59.78 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 I drive from Castlemaine to Ararat?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Ararat is 137 km. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Castlemaine to Ararat.

Where can I stay near Ararat?

There are 25+ hotels available in Ararat. Prices start at $56.07 per night.
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