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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Castlemaine to Ballarat

Composite routes from Castlemaine to Ballarat

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1 h 3 min
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81 km.
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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:
$5.34–$7.63
Train from Footscray to Ballarat
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.34–$7.00

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:
$0.83–$10.18

Questions and Answers

What is the most affordable transportation option for traveling from Castlemaine to Ballarat?

The most affordable transportation option for traveling from Castlemaine to Ballarat is to take a bus which costs $0.83 - $10.22 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the quickest route for getting from Castlemaine to Ballarat?

The quickest route from Castlemaine to Ballarat is to drive, taking 1 hour and 1 minute and costing between $11.49 and $17.88.

Is there a direct bus service that runs between Castlemaine and Ballarat?

Yes, a direct bus service departs from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St station and arrives at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St station. The service departs once daily and operates Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes.

Can you travel directly from Castlemaine to Ballarat?

No, there are no direct trains from Castlemaine to Ballarat. However, there are services departing from Castlemaine and arriving at Ballarat via Footscray. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 hours and 8 minutes.

How far is the journey from Castlemaine to Ballarat in kilometers?

84 kilometers.

How can I get from Castlemaine to Ballarat using public transportation?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Ballarat using public transportation is to bus which takes 1 hour and 37 minutes and costs $0.83 to $10.22.

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

The bus journey from Castlemaine Station/Kennedy St to Ballarat Station/Lydiard St takes 1 hour and 37 minutes, including transfers, and departs once a day.

Where can I catch a Castlemaine to Ballarat bus?

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

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

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

What is the best way to travel from Castlemaine to Ballarat?

The best way to get from Castlemaine to Ballarat is by bus, which takes 1 hour and 37 minutes and costs $0.83 to $10.22. Alternatively, you can take the train, which costs $10.22 to $15.32 and takes 3 hours and 8 minutes.

Where does the Castlemaine to Ballarat bus service arrive?

V-Line Buses operate Castlemaine to Ballarat bus services, arriving at Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where does the Castlemaine to Ballarat train arrive?

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

How far is it between Castlemaine and Ballarat by car?

81 kilometers

Where can I find accommodation near Ballarat?

There are 160+ hotels available in Ballarat. Prices start at $70.14 per night.
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