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

From Castlemaine to Strathmore by bus and train

To get from Castlemaine to Strathmore in Melbourne, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the BENDIGO train from Castlemaine Railway Station station to Southern Cross Railway Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CRAIGIEBURN train and finally take the 903 bus from Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd station to Dfo Essendon/Perimeter Rd station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 33 min. The bus and train schedule from Castlemaine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Strathmore on the Moovit app.

153min
Walk to train stationTrain - BENDIGO
BENDIGO
Train - CRAIGIEBURN
CRAIGIEBURN
Bus - 903
903
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
    97 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Southern Cross Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:SSS
    250 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Train - CRAIGIEBURNCRAIGIEBURN
    Wait for train
    CRAIGIEBURN
    Craigieburn
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Essendon Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:ESD
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Essendon Station/Mt Alexander Rd
    ID 51771
    160 m • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 903903
    Wait for bus
    903
    Mordialloc Sc
  • 9
    Ride to bus station Dfo Essendon/Perimeter Rd
    Ride to bus station
    Dfo Essendon/Perimeter Rd
    ID 40896
    12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Castlemaine to Strathmore

The distance between Castlemaine, Melbourne and Strathmore, Melbourne is approximately 137.41 km, which can typically be travelled in 153 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Castlemaine to Strathmore 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 Strathmore

To check the bus and train timetable from Castlemaine to Strathmore using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Castlemaine) and destination (Strathmore), 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 Strathmore?

    The fastest way takes 153 minutes, using Train line BENDIGO, Train line CRAIGIEBURN, Bus line 903.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 33 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Castlemaine and Strathmore in Melbourne by train and bus is about 2 hr 33 min.

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

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

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