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

Castlemaine to Talbot - Train Timetable

The BENDIGO train from Castlemaine to Talbot runs from 05:30 to 23:17, with departures every 20 min-1 hr 45 min. The journey takes about 4 hr 13 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Castlemaine to Talbot by bus and train

To get from Castlemaine to Talbot 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 Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the BALLARAT train and finally take the BALLARAT bus from Caroline Springs Railway Station station to Talbot Station/Railway St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 4 hr 13 min. The bus and train schedule from Castlemaine may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Talbot on the Moovit app.

253min
Walk to train stationTrain - BENDIGO
BENDIGO
Train - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Bus - BALLARAT
BALLARAT
Walk to Talbot
Leaves from Castlemaine Railway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Castlemaine Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:CME
    600 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - BENDIGOBENDIGO
    Wait for train
    BENDIGO
    Southern Cross
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Footscray Station
    ID vic:rail:FSY
    85 min
  • 4
    Train - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for train
    BALLARAT
    Caroline Springs
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Caroline Springs Railway Station
    ID vic:rail:RVH
    16 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Caroline Springs Railway Station
    ID 27538
    150 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - BALLARATBALLARAT
    Wait for bus
    BALLARAT
    Maryborough Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Talbot Station/Railway St
    ID 47102
    105 min
  • 9
    Walk to Talbot
    Walk to
    Talbot
    380 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Castlemaine to Talbot

The distance between Castlemaine, Melbourne and Talbot, Melbourne is approximately 287.87 km, which can typically be travelled in 253 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Castlemaine to Talbot 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 Talbot

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

    The fastest way takes 253 minutes, using Train line BENDIGO, Train line BALLARAT, Bus line BALLARAT.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 13 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Castlemaine and Talbot in Melbourne by train and bus is about 4 hr 13 min.

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

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

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

    Get off the train at the Footscray Station, which is closest to Talbot in Melbourne.

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