What is the cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Pakenham?

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Pakenham is to train via Sunshine West which costs $14 - $18 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballarat to Pakenham?

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Pakenham is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station and arriving at Pakenham Station via Sunshine Station and Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Pakenham?

The distance between Ballarat and Pakenham is 172 km. The road distance is 171.2 km.

How do I travel from Ballarat to Pakenham without a car?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Pakenham without a car is to train via Sunshine West which takes 3h 1m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Ballarat to Pakenham?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Ballarat to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Pakenham bus from?

Ballarat to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Pakenham train from?

Ballarat to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Ballarat Station.

Train or bus from Ballarat to Pakenham?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Pakenham is to train via Sunshine West which takes 3h 1m and costs $14 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $30 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Ballarat to Pakenham bus arrive?

Ballarat to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Where does the Ballarat to Pakenham train arrive?

Ballarat to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Sunshine Station.

Can I drive from Ballarat to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Pakenham is 171 km. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Ballarat to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

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Ballarat to Pakenham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballarat to Pakenham by train, bus, or car

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Train via Sunshine West
best
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Sunshine Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
3h 1m
$15–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus Coach / ...
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus Traralgon
3h 38m
$3–30
Drive 171.2 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Pakenhamcar 171.2 km
1h 57m
$31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Ballarat Station to Southern Cross Stationtrain Ballarat
2. Take the train from Southern Cross Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
3h 4m
$17–24

Ballarat to Pakenham by train

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Distance: 171.9 km
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Ballarat, VIC, Australia and Pakenham, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Pakenham Station via Sunshine Station and Town Hall Station in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 3h 38m.

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