How to get from Castlemaine to Moolap by bus and train?

From Castlemaine to Moolap by bus and train

To get from Castlemaine to Moolap in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BENDIGO train from Castlemaine Railway Station station to Footscray Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GEELONG train and finally take the 61 bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce station to The Peninsula Hotel/Opp 176 Bellarine Hwy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 24 min. The bus and train schedule from Castlemaine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Moolap on the Moovit app.

204min
Walk to train stationTrain - BENDIGO
BENDIGO
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Bus - 61
61
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
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Waurn Ponds
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geelong Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:GEL
    53 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geelong Station/Railway Tce
    ID 45541
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 6161
    Wait for bus
    61
    Drysdale
  • 8
    Ride to bus station The Peninsula Hotel/Opp 176 Bellarine Hwy
    Ride to bus station
    The Peninsula Hotel/Opp 176 Bellarine Hwy
    ID 43865
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Castlemaine to Moolap by bus and train via BENDIGO, GEELONG and 32

To get from Castlemaine to Moolap in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BENDIGO train from Castlemaine Railway Station station to Footscray Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GEELONG train and finally take the 32 bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce station to The Peninsula Hotel/Opp 176 Bellarine Hwy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Castlemaine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Moolap on the Moovit app.

210min
Walk to train stationTrain - BENDIGO
BENDIGO
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Bus - 32
32
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
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Waurn Ponds
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geelong Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:GEL
    53 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geelong Station/Railway Tce
    ID 45540
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3232
    Wait for bus
    32
    Leopold
  • 8
    Ride to bus station The Peninsula Hotel/Opp 176 Bellarine Hwy
    Ride to bus station
    The Peninsula Hotel/Opp 176 Bellarine Hwy
    ID 43865
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Castlemaine to Moolap

The distance between Castlemaine, Melbourne and Moolap, Melbourne is approximately 201.85 km, which can typically be travelled in 204 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Castlemaine to Moolap 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 schedule from Castlemaine to Moolap

To check the bus and train schedule from Castlemaine to Moolap using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Castlemaine) and destination (Moolap), 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 trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Castlemaine to Moolap by bus and train via BENDIGO, GEELONG and 32

To get from Castlemaine to Moolap in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BENDIGO train from Castlemaine Railway Station station to Footscray Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the GEELONG train and finally take the 32 bus from Geelong Station/Railway Tce station to The Peninsula Hotel/Opp 176 Bellarine Hwy station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Castlemaine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Moolap on the Moovit app.

210min
Walk to train stationTrain - BENDIGO
BENDIGO
Train - GEELONG
GEELONG
Bus - 32
32
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
    Train - GEELONGGEELONG
    Wait for train
    GEELONG
    Waurn Ponds
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Geelong Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:GEL
    53 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Geelong Station/Railway Tce
    ID 45540
    120 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3232
    Wait for bus
    32
    Leopold
  • 8
    Ride to bus station The Peninsula Hotel/Opp 176 Bellarine Hwy
    Ride to bus station
    The Peninsula Hotel/Opp 176 Bellarine Hwy
    ID 43865
    18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 204 minutes, using Train line BENDIGO, Train line GEELONG, Bus line 61.

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

    The alternative route takes 210 minutes, using Train line BENDIGO, Train line GEELONG, Bus line 32.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 24 min.

  • Which train line goes from Castlemaine to Moolap 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 and one bus line till Southern Cross station near Moolap in Melbourne.

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

    The total travel time between Castlemaine and Moolap in Melbourne by train and bus is about 3 hr 24 min.

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

    Get off the train at the Southern Cross stop, which is closest to Moolap in Melbourne.

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