What is the cheapest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham?

The cheapest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham is to train which costs $9 - $26 and takes 4h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham?

The fastest way to get from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Lakes Entrance and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Lakes Entrance station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Police Station/Roadknight St and arriving at Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Traralgon Station/Princes St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Lakes Entrance and Pakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Lakes Entrance station to Pakenham station. However, there are services departing from Bairnsdale Station and arriving at Pakenham Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham?

The distance between Lakes Entrance and Pakenham is 265 km. The road distance is 260.1 km.

How do I travel from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham without a car?

The best way to get from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 20m and costs $10 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham?

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lakes Entrance to Pakenham bus from?

Lakes Entrance to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, depart from Police Station/Roadknight St.

Where do I catch the Lakes Entrance to Pakenham train from?

Lakes Entrance to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, depart from Bairnsdale Station.

Train or bus from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham?

The best way to get from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs $9 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $40 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Lakes Entrance to Pakenham bus arrive?

Lakes Entrance to Pakenham bus services, operated by V-Line Buses, arrive at Traralgon Station/Princes St.

Where does the Lakes Entrance to Pakenham train arrive?

Lakes Entrance to Pakenham train services, operated by V/Line, arrive at Pakenham Station.

Can I drive from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Lakes Entrance to Pakenham is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham.

Where can I stay near Pakenham?

There are 200+ hotels available in Pakenham.

Lakes Entrance to Pakenham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Lakes Entrance to Pakenham by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Police Station/Roadknight St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Coach
2. Take the train from Traralgon Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
4h 20m
$10–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Police Station/Roadknight St to Traralgon Station/Princes Stbus Coach
2. Take the bus from Traralgon Station/Princes St to Pakenham Station/Railway Avebus Traralgon
4h 53m
$3–35
Train
1. Take the train from Bairnsdale Station to Pakenham Stationtrain Traralgon
4h 24m
$10–25
Drive 260.1 km
1. Drive from Lakes Entrance to Pakenhamcar 260.1 km
3h 5m
$47–68

Lakes Entrance to Pakenham by bus and train

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4h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 264.6 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Lakes Entrance, VIC, Australia and Pakenham, VIC, Australia?

V/Line operates a train from Bairnsdale Station to Pakenham Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $9–14 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Police Station/Roadknight St to Pakenham Station/Railway Ave via Traralgon Station/Princes St in around 4h 53m.

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