Public Transport & Taxis

How to get around without a car

Public transport and taxis in the Macedon Ranges

You have two options of getting between villages in the Macedon Ranges if you are unable to self-drive – either the V/Line train service or by taxi.

Taxi services

There are a number of taxi services that service the Macedon Ranges but Uber does not operate here. It is strongly recommended to book your taxi well in advance where possible, particularly for evening bookings.

Here is a list of Macedon Ranges taxi services you may wish to try:

Crown Cabs (03) 9310 5422 / 1300 12 13 14
Gisborne Limo Cabs (03)5428 2444
Kyneton Cabs 0448 522 227
Macedon Ranges Regional Taxis (03)5460 0122
Red Rideshare (Kyneton) 0488 875 683
Regional Cabs (not small local jobs) (03)9090 0003
Woodend Kyneton Taxi Service 0432 382 350

Train services

V/Line’s fast-rail service between Melbourne and Bendigo stops at Clarkefield, Riddells Creek, Gisborne, Macedon, Woodend, Kyneton and Malmsbury. The train stations are all within a short walking distance into the villages.

Note: Mount Macedon is not accessible by train. You’ll need a vehicle to ascend the mountain (or bring a road bike if you’re an experienced cyclist).

Find out more about the V/Line train service

Have a specific question about how to get around the Macedon Ranges?

Our Visitor Information Centres are here to assist. Give us a call on 1800 244 711 or email vic@mrsc.vic.gov.au.

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