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

The cheapest way to get from Ballarat to Pakenham Upper is to train via Sunshine West which costs $20 - $24 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ballarat to Pakenham Upper is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Ballarat and Pakenham Upper?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballarat station to Pakenham Upper. However, there are services departing from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St and arriving at Henry Blackburn Oval/Pakenham Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Pakenham Station/Railway Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Ballarat and Pakenham Upper?

No, there is no direct train from Ballarat station to Pakenham Upper 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 4h 17m.

How far is it from Ballarat to Pakenham Upper?

The distance between Ballarat and Pakenham Upper is 182 km. The road distance is 179.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Ballarat to Pakenham Upper without a car is to train via Sunshine West which takes 4h 17m and costs $20 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Ballarat to Pakenham Upper, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Pakenham Upper bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Ballarat to Pakenham Upper train from?

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

Train or bus from Ballarat to Pakenham Upper?

The best way to get from Ballarat to Pakenham Upper is to train via Sunshine West which takes 4h 17m and costs $20 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8 - $40 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Ballarat to Pakenham Upper bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ballarat to Pakenham Upper train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ballarat to Pakenham Upper?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballarat to Pakenham Upper is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Ballarat to Pakenham Upper.

Where can I stay near Pakenham Upper?

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There are 4 ways to get from Ballarat to Pakenham Upper 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
4h 17m
$21–24
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
4h 54m
$9–36
Drive 179.3 km
1. Drive from Ballarat to Pakenham Uppercar 179.3 km
2h 6m
$33–47
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
4h 20m
$23–30

Ballarat to Pakenham Upper by train and bus

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4h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 182.1 km
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Ballarat Station to Henry Blackburn Oval/Pakenham Rd via Sunshine Station, Town Hall Station, Pakenham Station, and Pakenham Station/Railway Ave in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ballarat Station/Lydiard St to Henry Blackburn Oval/Pakenham Rd via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St and Pakenham Station/Railway Ave in around 4h 54m.

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