How to get from Castlemaine to Diggers Rest by bus and train?

From Castlemaine to Diggers Rest by bus and train

To get from Castlemaine to Diggers Rest in Melbourne, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 5 bus from Castlemaine Rsl/Mostyn St station to Castlemaine Railway Station/Kennedy St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BENDIGO train and finally take the SUNBURY train from Sunbury Station station to Diggers Rest Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The bus and train schedule from Castlemaine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Diggers Rest on the Moovit app.

89min
Bus - 5
5
Train - BENDIGO
BENDIGO
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Leaves from Castlemaine Rsl/Mostyn St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Castlemaine
  • 2
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Castlemaine
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Castlemaine Railway Station/Kennedy St
    ID 35588
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Castlemaine Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:CME
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - BENDIGOBENDIGO
    Wait for train
    BENDIGO
    Southern Cross
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sunbury Station
    ID vic:rail:SUY
    64 min
  • 7
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    East Pakenham Via Metro Tunnel
  • 8
    Ride to train station Diggers Rest Railway Station
    Ride to train station
    Diggers Rest Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:DRT
    5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Castlemaine to Diggers Rest

The distance between Castlemaine, Melbourne and Diggers Rest, Melbourne is approximately 93.38 km, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Castlemaine to Diggers Rest by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train timetable from Castlemaine to Diggers Rest

To check the bus and train timetable from Castlemaine to Diggers Rest using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Castlemaine) and destination (Diggers Rest), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Diggers Rest?

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Bus line 5, Train line BENDIGO, Train line SUNBURY.

  • Is there a direct bus between Castlemaine and Diggers Rest in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 29 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Castlemaine to Diggers Rest in Melbourne?

    The 5 bus line goes from Castlemaine Railway Station/Kennedy St station near Castlemaine to Castlemaine Railway Station station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Castlemaine Railway Station station near Diggers Rest in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Castlemaine to Diggers Rest in Melbourne by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Castlemaine and Diggers Rest in Melbourne by bus and train is about 1 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Castlemaine to get to Diggers Rest in Melbourne?

    Get on the 5 bus from the Castlemaine Railway Station/Kennedy St stop near Castlemaine in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Castlemaine and Diggers Rest in Melbourne?

    Get off the bus at the Castlemaine Railway Station station, which is closest to Diggers Rest in Melbourne.

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