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

The cheapest way to get from Frankston to Pakenham is to train which costs $5 - $7 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frankston to Pakenham is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct bus between Frankston and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Frankston to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Frankston and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Dandenong Station/Foster St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Frankston and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Frankston station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Frankston Station and arriving at Pakenham Station via Caulfield Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Frankston to Pakenham?

The distance between Frankston and Pakenham is 49 km. The road distance is 39 km.

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

The best way to get from Frankston to Pakenham without a car is to line 901 bus and train which takes 1h 20m and costs $10 - $17.

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

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

Where do I catch the Frankston to Pakenham bus from?

Frankston to Pakenham bus services, operated by Metropolitan buses, depart from Frankston station.

Where do I catch the Frankston to Pakenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Frankston to Pakenham?

The best way to get from Frankston to Pakenham is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 901 bus and bus, which costs $6 - $17 and takes 2h 4m.

Where does the Frankston to Pakenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Frankston to Pakenham train arrive?

Frankston to Pakenham train services, operated by Metro Trains Melbourne, arrive at Caulfield Station.

Can I drive from Frankston to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Frankston to Pakenham is 39 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Frankston to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 199+ hotels available in Pakenham.

Frankston to Pakenham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 901 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Frankston to Pakenham by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 901 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Frankston to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus 901
2. Take the train from Dandenong Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
1h 20m
$11–17
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Frankston Station to Caulfield Stationtrain Frankston / ...
2. Take the train from Caulfield Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Pakenham
1h 50m
$6
Drive 39 km
1. Drive from Frankston to Pakenhamcar 39 km
34 min
$7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Frankston to Pakenhamtaxi 39 km
34 min
$95–120
Line 901 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Frankston to Dandenong Station/Foster Stbus 901
2. Take the bus from Dandenong Station/Foster St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus Traralgon
2h 4m
$7–17

Frankston to Pakenham by bus and train

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1h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 49.2 km
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a train from Frankston Station to Pakenham Station via Caulfield Station in around 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Frankston to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Dandenong Station/Foster St in around 2h 4m.

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