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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ballarat to Castlemaine

Composite routes from Ballarat to Castlemaine

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 Ballarat to Footscray
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$5.98
Train from Footscray to Castlemaine
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.57–$6.52

Bus operators

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Castlemaine
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$0.71–$8.70

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Castlemaine is to bus which costs $1 - $8.70 and takes 1h 30m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Castlemaine?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station and arriving at Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St station. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Castlemaine?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat to Castlemaine. However, there are services departing from Ballarat and arriving at Castlemaine via Footscray. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Castlemaine?

The distance between Ballarat and Castlemaine is 83 km. The road distance is 81.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Castlemaine without a car is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs $1 - $8.70 .

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

The bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St takes 1h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Castlemaine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Castlemaine train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Castlemaine?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Castlemaine is to bus which takes 1h 30m and costs $1 - $8.70 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8.70 - $13.04 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Ballarat to Castlemaine bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Castlemaine train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Castlemaine?

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