How to get from Castlemaine to Essendon by train?

From Castlemaine to Essendon by train

To get from Castlemaine to Essendon in Melbourne, take the BENDIGO train from Castlemaine Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, take the CRAIGIEBURN train from Southern Cross Railway Station station to Essendon Railway Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 23 min. The train schedule from Castlemaine may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essendon on the Moovit app.

143min
Walk to train stationTrain - BENDIGO
BENDIGO
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Leaves from Castlemaine Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Castlemaine Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:CME
    750 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - BENDIGOBENDIGO
    Wait for train
    BENDIGO
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    99 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    350 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station Essendon Railway Station
    Ride to train station
    Essendon Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:ESD
    13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Castlemaine to Essendon by train and tram

To get from Castlemaine to Essendon in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one tram line: take the BENDIGO train from Castlemaine Railway Station station to Footscray Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SUNBURY train and finally take the 59 tram from Royal Melbourne Hospital/Flemington Rd #14 station to Fletcher St/Napier St #41 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 22 min. The train schedule from Castlemaine may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essendon on the Moovit app.

142min
Walk to train stationTrain - BENDIGO
BENDIGO
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Tram - 59
59
Walk to Essendon
Leaves from Castlemaine Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Castlemaine Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:CME
    750 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - BENDIGOBENDIGO
    Wait for train
    BENDIGO
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    88 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    210 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Cranbourne Via Metro Tunnel
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Parkville Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:PKV
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    Royal Melbourne Hospital/Flemington Rd #14
    ID 19591
    380 m • 6 min
  • 8
    Tram - 5959
    Wait for tram
    59
    Airport West
  • 9
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    Fletcher St/Napier St #41
    ID 19657
    21 min
  • 10
    Walk to Essendon
    Walk to
    Essendon
    190 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Castlemaine to Essendon

The distance between Castlemaine, Melbourne and Essendon, Melbourne is approximately 134.36 km, which can typically be travelled in 143 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Castlemaine to Essendon by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Melbourne – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Castlemaine to Essendon

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

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From Castlemaine to Essendon by train and tram

To get from Castlemaine to Essendon in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one tram line: take the BENDIGO train from Castlemaine Railway Station station to Footscray Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SUNBURY train and finally take the 59 tram from Royal Melbourne Hospital/Flemington Rd #14 station to Fletcher St/Napier St #41 station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 22 min. The train schedule from Castlemaine may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Essendon on the Moovit app.

142min
Walk to train stationTrain - BENDIGO
BENDIGO
Train - SUNBURY
SUNBURY
Tram - 59
59
Walk to Essendon
Leaves from Castlemaine Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Castlemaine Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:CME
    750 m • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - BENDIGOBENDIGO
    Wait for train
    BENDIGO
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    88 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Footscray Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    210 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - SUNBURYSUNBURY
    Wait for train
    SUNBURY
    Cranbourne Via Metro Tunnel
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Parkville Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:PKV
    8 min
  • 7
    Walk to tram station
    Walk to tram station
    Royal Melbourne Hospital/Flemington Rd #14
    ID 19591
    380 m • 6 min
  • 8
    Tram - 5959
    Wait for tram
    59
    Airport West
  • 9
    Ride to tram station
    Ride to tram station
    Fletcher St/Napier St #41
    ID 19657
    21 min
  • 10
    Walk to Essendon
    Walk to
    Essendon
    190 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Castlemaine to Essendon?

    The fastest way takes 143 minutes, using Train line BENDIGO, Train line CRAIGIEBURN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Castlemaine to Essendon?

    The alternative route takes 142 minutes, using Train line BENDIGO, Train line SUNBURY, Tram line 59.

  • Is there a direct train between Castlemaine and Essendon in Melbourne?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 23 min.

  • Which train line goes from Castlemaine to Essendon in Melbourne?

    The BENDIGO train line goes from Castlemaine Railway Station station near Castlemaine to Southern Cross station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Southern Cross station near Essendon in Melbourne.

  • How long does it take to travel from Castlemaine to Essendon in Melbourne by train?

    The total travel time between Castlemaine and Essendon in Melbourne by train is about 2 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Castlemaine to get to Essendon in Melbourne?

    Get on the BENDIGO train from the Castlemaine Railway Station station near Castlemaine in Melbourne.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Castlemaine and Essendon in Melbourne?

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross station, which is closest to Essendon in Melbourne.

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