What is the cheapest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham?

The cheapest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham?

The fastest way to get from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Ferntree Gully and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Ferntree Gully station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Alpine St/Station St and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Ferntree Gully Rd/Stud Rd and Dandenong Station/Foster St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Ferntree Gully and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Ferntree Gully station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Ferntree Gully Station and arriving at Pakenham Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham?

The distance between Ferntree Gully and Pakenham is 45 km. The road distance is 33.6 km.

How do I travel from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham without a car?

The best way to get from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham without a car is to bus and train via Dandenong Station which takes 1h 20m and costs $16 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ferntree Gully to Pakenham bus from?

Ferntree Gully to Pakenham bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Ferntree Gully Rd/Stud Rd station.

Where do I catch the Ferntree Gully to Pakenham train from?

Ferntree Gully to Pakenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Ferntree Gully Station.

Train or bus from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham?

The best way to get from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs $13 - $18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $23 and takes 2h 29m.

Where does the Ferntree Gully to Pakenham bus arrive?

Ferntree Gully to Pakenham bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, arrive at Dandenong Station/Foster St.

Where does the Ferntree Gully to Pakenham train arrive?

Ferntree Gully to Pakenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Richmond Station.

Can I drive from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Ferntree Gully to Pakenham is 34 km. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 197+ hotels available in Pakenham.

Ferntree Gully to Pakenham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Ferntree Gully to Pakenham by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train via Dandenong Station
best
1. Take the bus from Ferntree Gully Rd/Stud Rd to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus 901
2. Take the train from Dandenong Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
1h 20m
$17–23
Drive 33.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ferntree Gully to Pakenhamcar 33.6 km
30 min
$6–9
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Alpine St/Station St to Oakleigh Station/Portman Stbus 693
2. Take the train from Oakleigh Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
1h 41m
$12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ferntree Gully to Pakenhamtaxi 33.6 km
30 min
$80–100
Train
1. Take the train from Ferntree Gully Station to Richmond Stationtrain Belgrave
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
2h 11m
$14–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferntree Gully Rd/Stud Rd to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus 901
2. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus Traralgon
2h 29m
$13–23

Ferntree Gully to Pakenham by bus and train

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 45.1 km
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Ferntree Gully, VIC, Australia and Pakenham, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Ferntree Gully Station to Pakenham Station via Richmond Station in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Alpine St/Station St to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Stud Rd/Ferntree Gully Rd, Ferntree Gully Rd/Stud Rd, and Dandenong Station/Foster St in around 2h 29m.

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