What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Pakenham?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Hill to Pakenham is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Pakenham?

The fastest way to get from Forest Hill to Pakenham is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Forest Hill and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Hill station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Nunawading Station and arriving at Pakenham Station via Richmond Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Forest Hill to Pakenham?

The distance between Forest Hill and Pakenham is 47 km. The road distance is 44.4 km.

How do I travel from Forest Hill to Pakenham without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Hill to Pakenham without a car is to line 902 bus and train which takes 1h 25m and costs $12.

How long does it take to get from Forest Hill to Pakenham?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Forest Hill to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Hill to Pakenham train from?

Forest Hill to Pakenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, depart from Nunawading Station.

Where does the Forest Hill to Pakenham train arrive?

Forest Hill to Pakenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Richmond Station.

Can I drive from Forest Hill to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Hill to Pakenham is 44 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Forest Hill to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 203+ hotels available in Pakenham.

Forest Hill to Pakenham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 902 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Forest Hill to Pakenham by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 902 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Husband Rd/Springvale Rd to Springvale Station/Springvale Rdbus 902
2. Take the train from Springvale Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
1h 25m
$12
Drive 44.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Forest Hill to Pakenhamcar 44.4 km
33 min
$8–12
Train
1. Take the train from Nunawading Station to Richmond Stationtrain Belgrave / ...
2. Take the train from Richmond Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
1h 52m
$14–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Forest Hill to Pakenhamtaxi 44.4 km
33 min
$110–130

Forest Hill to Pakenham by bus and train

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1h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 47.4 km
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Forest Hill, VIC, Australia and Pakenham, VIC, Australia?

You can take a train from Nunawading Station to Pakenham Station via Richmond Station in around 1h 52m.

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