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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Castlemaine to Ballarat

Composite routes from Castlemaine to Ballarat

Cheapest
1 h 2 min
Car
80 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Train operators

V/Line

Phone:
1800 800 007
Website:
vline.com.au/
Train from Castlemaine to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52
Train from Footscray to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$5.98

Bus operators

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Castlemaine to Ballarat is to bus which costs $1 - $8.70 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Ballarat is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs $9.78 - $15.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Ballarat?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St station and arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Ballarat?

No, there is no direct train from Castlemaine to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine and arriving at Ballarat via Footscray. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Castlemaine to Ballarat?

The distance between Castlemaine and Ballarat is 84 km. The road distance is 81.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Ballarat without a car is to bus which takes 1h 37m and costs $1 - $8.70 .

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

The bus from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Ballarat bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Castlemaine to Ballarat train from?

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

Train or bus from Castlemaine to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Ballarat is to bus which takes 1h 37m and costs $1 - $8.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8.70 - $13.04 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Castlemaine to Ballarat bus arrive?

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

Where does the Castlemaine to Ballarat train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Castlemaine to Ballarat?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlemaine to Ballarat is 81 km. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Castlemaine to Ballarat.

Where can I stay near Ballarat?

There are 160+ hotels available in Ballarat. Prices start at $59.71 per night.
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