What is the cheapest way to get from Balwyn North to Pakenham?

The cheapest way to get from Balwyn North to Pakenham is to line 48 tram and train which costs $12 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Balwyn North to Pakenham?

The fastest way to get from Balwyn North to Pakenham is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Balwyn North and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Balwyn North to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Doncaster Rd/Eastern Fwy On Ramp and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Balwyn North and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Balwyn North to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd #51 and arriving at Pakenham Station via Town Hall Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Balwyn North to Pakenham?

The distance between Balwyn North and Pakenham is 68 km. The road distance is 53.9 km.

How do I travel from Balwyn North to Pakenham without a car?

The best way to get from Balwyn North to Pakenham without a car is to line 48 tram and train which takes 2h and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Balwyn North to Pakenham?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Balwyn North to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balwyn North to Pakenham bus from?

Balwyn North to Pakenham bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Doncaster Rd/Eastern Fwy On Ramp station.

Where do I catch the Balwyn North to Pakenham train from?

Balwyn North to Pakenham train services, operated by Yarra Trams, depart from Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd #51 station.

Where does the Balwyn North to Pakenham bus arrive?

Balwyn North to Pakenham bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at King St/Lonsdale St station.

Where does the Balwyn North to Pakenham train arrive?

Balwyn North to Pakenham train services, operated by Yarra Trams, arrive at Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6 station.

Can I drive from Balwyn North to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Balwyn North to Pakenham is 54 km. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Balwyn North to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 200+ hotels available in Pakenham.

Balwyn North to Pakenham - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 48 tram

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There are 5 ways to get from Balwyn North to Pakenham by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Line 48 tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Balwyn Rd/Doncaster Rd #51 to Melbourne Town Hall/Collins St #6tram 48
2. Take the train from Town Hall Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
2h
$12
Line 907 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Rd/Eastern Fwy On Ramp to King St/Lonsdale Stbus 907 / ...
2. Take the bus from Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus Traralgon
2h 42m
$7–20
Line 902 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Shopping Centre/Williamsons Rd to Springvale Station/Springvale Rdbus 902
2. Take the train from Springvale Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
2h 12m
$12
Drive 53.9 km
1. Drive from Balwyn North to Pakenhamcar 53.9 km
43 min
$10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Balwyn North to Pakenhamtaxi 53.9 km
43 min
$130–160

Balwyn North to Pakenham by tram and train

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Distance: 68.3 km
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Balwyn North, VIC, Australia and Pakenham, VIC, Australia?

You can take a bus from Doncaster Rd/Eastern Fwy On Ramp to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via King St/Lonsdale St and Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St in around 2h 42m.

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